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Ocoruro, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Ocoruro is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 158. Elevation: 13,458 ft (4,102 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

158 Population 1/sq mi density
13,458 ft Elevation 4,102 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
53.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population158
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation13,458 ft (4,102 m)
Population158
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation13,458 ft (4,102 m)
Coordinates-15.0525°, -71.1289°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation53.6 inches (1,362 mm)
Annual Snowfall91.6 inches (233 cm)

About Ocoruro

Ocoruro is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 158. The city sits at an elevation of 13,458 feet (4,102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ocoruro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 91.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,458 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,458 ft (4,102 m)
Area337.8 sq mi (875.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-15.0525°N, 71.1289°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.6"
41% above Peru avg
Snowfall 91.6"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.36"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

564 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 91 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 111 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 123 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 122 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 73 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 49 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 94 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 92 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 62 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 61 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 95 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 91 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 75 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 76 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 106 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 103 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 60 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 72 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 77 km
Jan 29, 2019 20 km NNW of Ayo, Peru M5.5 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (100 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 100 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 113 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 134 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 135 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 138 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 44°F (7°C) 7.0 in
March 44°F (6°C) 5.8 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.0 in
May 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in
June 36°F (2°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 37°F (3°C) 0.2 in
August 37°F (3°C) 0.3 in
September 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in Warmest

Ocoruro has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 36°F in June to 44°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Ocoruro

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 56402
Institución Educativa No. 501436
Institución Educativa No. 56241
Institución Educativa No. 56190
Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 56242
Institución Educativa No. 56240
Institución Educativa No. 56415
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Stadiums & Teams in Ocoruro

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Airports Near Ocoruro

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chivay AirportSmall Airport
Yauri AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ocoruro

What is the population of Ocoruro?

Ocoruro has a population of 158 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 337.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ocoruro?

Ocoruro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 91.6 inches of snow.

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