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Patay, Peru

Junin · Peru

Patay is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 597. Elevation: 10,633 ft (3,241 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

597 Population 1/sq mi density
10,633 ft Elevation 3,241 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population597
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation10,633 ft (3,241 m)
Population597
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation10,633 ft (3,241 m)
Coordinates-11.3101°, -75.5702°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.8 inches (88 cm)

About Patay

Patay is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 597. The city sits at an elevation of 10,633 feet (3,241 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Patay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 10,633 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,633 ft (3,241 m)
Area499.1 sq mi (1,292.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-11.3101°N, 75.5702°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Peru avg
Snowfall 34.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

231 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 111 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 129 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 128 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 115 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 70 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 138 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 126 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 105 km
Mar 17, 1992 61 km NNE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 143 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 72 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 114 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 119 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 82 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 50 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 122 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 99 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 89 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 121 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 133 km
Aug 11, 2002 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.1 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.4 in
February 52°F (11°C) 4.9 in
March 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.2 in
June 49°F (10°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in

Patay has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 41°F in July to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Patay

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 30825 Santa Rosa Del Divino Niño Jesus
Institución Educativa Carpapata
Institución Educativa No. 31590
Institución Educativa Crfa Rayampampa
Institución Educativa No. 31598
Institución Educativa Cped - 30826 Sonia Giron Acero
Institución Educativa 30826 Sonia Giron Acero
Institución Educativa No. 30828
Institución Educativa 31587-01
Institución Educativa No. 31664
Institución Educativa No. 31587
Institución Educativa No. 31386
Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas Altamirano
Institución Educativa No. 30079
Institución Educativa No. 30943
Institución Educativa No. 30830
Institución Educativa No. 30719
Institución Educativa 30001-17
Institución Educativa No. 30805
Institución Educativa No. 31227
Institución Educativa No. 31904
Institución Educativa No. 31332
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Farmers Markets in Patay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 2 de Mayo
Mercado Asuncion
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Techado Tarma

Stadiums & Teams in Patay

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Patay

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco 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 Patay

What is the population of Patay?

Patay has a population of 597 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 499.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Patay?

Patay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.

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