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Paratia, Peru

Puno · Peru

Paratia is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 415. Elevation: 14,852 ft (4,527 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

415 Population 0/sq mi density
14,852 ft Elevation 4,527 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population415
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation14,852 ft (4,527 m)
Population415
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation14,852 ft (4,527 m)
Coordinates-15.4539°, -70.5994°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall168.9 inches (429 cm)

About Paratia

Paratia is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 415. The city sits at an elevation of 14,852 feet (4,527 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Paratia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 42.2 inches. The area receives 168.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,852 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation14,852 ft (4,527 m)
Area939.1 sq mi (2,432.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-15.4539°N, 70.5994°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above Peru avg
Snowfall 168.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.20"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

517 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 69 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 95 km
May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 118 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 136 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 114 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 49 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 24 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 40 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 124 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 127 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 140 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 96 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 131 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 53 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 77 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 148 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 114 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 25 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 132 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chachani, Nevado (129 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 129 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 131 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 140 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 164 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 169 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 177 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 186 km
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 7.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 45°F (7°C) 7.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.6 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in
May 41°F (5°C) 0.5 in
June 39°F (4°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.2 in
August 40°F (4°C) 0.3 in
September 43°F (6°C) 1.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
December 46°F (8°C) 5.2 in Warmest

Paratia has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in January to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Paratia

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 70463
Institución Educativa Chilahuito
Institución Educativa No. 70449
Institución Educativa No. 70454
Institución Educativa No. 70426
Institución Educativa Manco Capac
Institución Educativa No. 70622
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Museums in Paratia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Parroquial
Museo y Biblioteca Municipal

Clinics in Paratia

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Paratia

Stadiums & Teams in Paratia

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Paratia

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Ventilla 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 Paratia

What is the population of Paratia?

Paratia has a population of 415 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 939.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paratia?

Paratia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 168.9 inches of snow.

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