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Ponto, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Ponto is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 549. Elevation: 9,839 ft (2,999 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 549 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,839 ft (2,999 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.3258°, -77.0044° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.1 inches (2,391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Ponto
Ponto is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 549. The city sits at an elevation of 9,839 feet (2,999 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,839 ft (2,999 m) |
| Area | 159.3 sq mi (412.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.3258°N, 77.0044°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 71 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in |
Ponto has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 41°F in July to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Ponto
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 86434-1 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86443 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86368 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86862 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86842 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86445 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 89546 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86196 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86367 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Horacio Zeballos Gamez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 86370 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Javier Heraud Perez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86448 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86201 Virgen Del Rosario | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santiago Antunez De Mayolo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86956 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86976 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86728 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86369 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86729 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86364 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86444 | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Ponto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ponto
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ponto
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ponto
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ponto
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ponto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ponto
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ponto
What is the population of Ponto?
Ponto has a population of 549 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 159.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ponto?
Ponto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.1 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.