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Potoni, Peru
Puno · Peru
Potoni is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 420. Elevation: 15,020 ft (4,578 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 420 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 15,020 ft (4,578 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3902°, -70.1053° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.7 inches (779 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Potoni
Potoni is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 420. The city sits at an elevation of 15,020 feet (4,578 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 15,020 ft (4,578 m) |
| Area | 442.9 sq mi (1,147.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3902°N, 70.1053°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (136 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 38°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 40°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
Potoni has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 37°F in July to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Potoni
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 72598 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72709 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72105 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Potoni | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 72078 Pedro Vilcapaza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72215 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72906 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72904 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 72755 Los Angeles | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72122 | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Potoni
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Potoni
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Potoni
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| San Rafael Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Potoni
What is the population of Potoni?
Potoni has a population of 420 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 442.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potoni?
Potoni has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.