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Pozuzo, Peru

Pasco · Peru

Pozuzo is a small town in Pasco, Peru with a population of 1,194. Elevation: 3,724 ft (1,135 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1,194 Population 5/sq mi density
3,724 ft Elevation 1,135 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
119.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Pozuzo

Pozuzo

Pozuzo is a village and district in the Oxapampa Province and Pasco Region of Peru. The village, at an elevation of 739 metres (2,425 ft), is situated near the left bank of the Huancabamba River which is renamed the Pozuzo River after it passes by the village. The population of the village in 2017 was 1,366. Pozuzo was established in 1859 by Austrian and German immigrants to Peru and traces of German culture and architecture survived into the 21st century. Pozuzo was isolated and difficult to access until 1976 when a vehicle road was completed linking the village with the town of Oxapampa, 80 kilometres north.

People

Population1,194
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain119.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Population1,194
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Coordinates-10.0667°, -75.5333°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePasco
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average47°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation119.2 inches (3,028 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pozuzo

Pozuzo is a small town in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 1,194. The city sits at an elevation of 3,724 feet (1,135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 119.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pozuzo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 285 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 119.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,724 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 47°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below Peru avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average47°F (9°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Area230.2 sq mi (596.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-10.0667°N, 75.5333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 119.2"
214% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

270 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 19, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 16 km ESE of San Alejandro, Peru M6.0 143 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 128 km
Apr 9, 1991 34 km ESE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.8 96 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 90 km
Jul 31, 2003 91 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.6 134 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 70 km
Jul 15, 2013 46 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.4 102 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 114 km
Mar 17, 1992 61 km NNE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 109 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 120 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 34 km
Oct 5, 2016 23 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.3 80 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 146 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 132 km
Jul 2, 1995 44 km ESE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.3 109 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 102 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 47 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 128 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 132 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 6.0 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 6.2 in
March 62°F (17°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
July 47°F (9°C) 1.5 in Driest
August 62°F (16°C) 1.5 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.6 in Warmest
November 63°F (17°C) 5.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 5.9 in

Pozuzo has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in January to 63°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 48.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Pozuzo

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 34226 Reverendo Padre Jose Egg
Colegio Santa Rosa
Institución Educativa No. 34509
Institución Educativa No. 34612
Institución Educativa No. 34260
Institución Educativa 34712 De Bajo Chancarizo
Institución Educativa No. 34259
Institución Educativa Santa Rosa
Institución Educativa No. 34261
Institución Educativa No. 34444
Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru
Institución Educativa Maestra Carolina Egg Johann-pozuzo
Institución Educativa 34714 Montefuner
Institución Educativa 34225 Alexander Von Humboldt
Institución Educativa No. 34649
Institución Educativa No. 34304
Institución Educativa No. 34562
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Museums in Pozuzo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Egg Vogt
Museum Schafferer

Hotels in Pozuzo

11 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

D'Ruiz
El Mango
Holzhausen
Hospedaje Heimat
Hospedaje Schuler
Hotel Clarita
Judit
Köhel
Lulabelen
Maria Egg
Thela

Restaurants in Pozuzo

27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Azabache
Carneceria Angelos
Das Feuer
Deleite Posusine
El Moreno
Guten Gaumen
Hacienda Yanahuanca
La Delicia Tirolesa
La Llegada
La Pushu-K
La Puzuzina
Luz Maria
Maldonado
Moringa WITKÖH
Pizzeria Wolfgang
Pozuzo Restaurant
Prusia
Recreo Guacamayo
Restaurante Mirador
Sabrosson
Santa Rosita
Saraí
Sibely
Tipico Pozucino
Tiroler
Toropampa Lodge
Wunderbar

Monuments in Pozuzo

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa Palmatambo

Bus Stations in Pozuzo

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #5244973324

Gas Stations in Pozuzo

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Primax
Primax

Banks in Pozuzo

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huancaya

Breweries in Pozuzo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Börcher
Cerveceria Dörcher

Airports Near Pozuzo

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Ciudad Constitución AirportSmall Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Iscozasin AirportSmall Airport
Palcazú AirportSmall Airport
Pozuzo AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Libre Del Codo AirportSmall Airport
Puerto Bermudez AirportSmall Airport
Puerto Inca AirportSmall Airport
Puerto Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pozuzo

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
I
Iglesia de Santa Rosa
Iglesia Divina Misericordia
Iglesia San José
II
III
IV
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
750 m (2,461 ft)
Postal Code
19251
Twinned With
Colonia Tovar, Haiming, Silz

🇵🇪 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 Pozuzo

What is the population of Pozuzo?

Pozuzo has a population of 1,194 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 230.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pozuzo?

Pozuzo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 119.2 inches.

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