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Otuzco, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Otuzco is a small city in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 10,134. Elevation: 9,862 ft (3,006 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Otuzco
Otuzco is a city located in the highlands of La Libertad, Peru. It is the capital of the Otuzco Province, and it is well known because there is the sanctuary of the Virgen de la Puerta. It is located at around 7°54′00″S 78°35′0″W.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,134 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,862 ft (3,006 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.9000°, -78.5833° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 86°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.5 inches (1,967 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Otuzco
Otuzco is a small city in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 10,134. The city sits at an elevation of 9,862 feet (3,006 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Otuzco
Otuzco has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is Sep (18.8°C), the coldest is Dec (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 228 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.6°F |
| 59% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,862 ft (3,006 m) |
| Area | 197.3 sq mi (510.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.9000°N, 78.5833°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 147 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F (29°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in |
Otuzco has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 53°F in June to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Otuzco
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recuaycito | College | - | , |
Schools in Otuzco
34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 80288 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80232 Manuel Apolonio Moreno Figueroa | - | - | - | - |
| Ceba - Ciro Alegria Bazan | - | - | - | - |
| Otuzco | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 81990 Ramon Castilla | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80229 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Otuzco | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80284 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82077 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 81028 Juan Alvarado | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80954 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80283 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Simon Bolivar | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Inmaculada Virgen De La Puerta | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80760 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80236 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80305 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80295 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81996 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80299 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80290 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82078 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80292 Daniel Alcides Carrion | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80235 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80303 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80297 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80293 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80294 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80291 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80282 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80234 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Maria Alvarez | - | - | - | - |
| Ceba - Jose Carlos Mariategui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Maria Montessori | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Otuzco
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peru folk radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Frecuencia 100 101.9 | cumbia peruana, latin pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio frecuencia 100 - Trujillo | variety | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Otuzco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Religioso de la I.V.P |
Hotels in Otuzco
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Otuzco
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Otuzco
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Otuzco
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Otuzco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Otuzco
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Otuzco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Santa Rosa de Lima |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Otuzco
What is the population of Otuzco?
Otuzco has a population of 10,134 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Otuzco?
Otuzco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 77.5 inches.