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Olto, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Olto is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 498. Elevation: 8,540 ft (2,603 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

498 Population 8/sq mi density
8,540 ft Elevation 2,603 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
86.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Olto

Olto

Lámud is a town in northern Peru, capital of Luya Province in Amazonas Region.

People

Population498
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain86.3 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation8,540 ft (2,603 m)
Population498
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation8,540 ft (2,603 m)
Coordinates-6.1025°, -77.9594°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation86.3 inches (2,192 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Olto

Olto is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 498. The city sits at an elevation of 8,540 feet (2,603 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Olto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 86.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,540 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above Peru avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,540 ft (2,603 m)
Area59.4 sq mi (153.8 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-6.1025°N, 77.9594°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.3"
127% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.04"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

175 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 97 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 81 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 92 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 126 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 123 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 133 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 101 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 93 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 105 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 76 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 91 km
May 7, 2020 47 km NE of Moyobamba, Peru M5.3 147 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 83 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 107 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 111 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 98 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 106 km
Jul 6, 2025 53 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 122 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 116 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
February 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
November 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in

Olto has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in August to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Olto

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 18111 Francisco Grandez Ventura - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18156 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18253 - - - -
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Museums in Olto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chachapoyas Museum
Museo de Lámud
Museo Etnohistórico Religioso Santa Ana
Museum of Sarcophagus of Karajia

Farmers Markets in Olto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado de Colcamar
Mercado Pedro Ruiz II

Hotels in Olto

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hopedaje Casa Redonda

Restaurants in Olto

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Cabaña de mi Chavelita
La Piedra Grande

Stadiums & Teams in Olto

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Airports Near Olto

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Baguá Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda El Valor Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco Airport-Small Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
1
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,328 m (7,638 ft)
Postal Code
01515

🇵🇪 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 Olto

What is the population of Olto?

Olto has a population of 498 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 59.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Olto?

Olto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.

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