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Pucuto, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Pucuto is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 507. Elevation: 12,103 ft (3,689 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 507 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,103 ft (3,689 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.5897°, -74.8998° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.0 inches (990 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.4 inches (11 cm) |
About Pucuto
Pucuto is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 507. The city sits at an elevation of 12,103 feet (3,689 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,103 ft (3,689 m) |
| Area | 20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.5897°N, 74.8998°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 3.9 in |
Pucuto has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 48°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Pucuto
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Jose Santos Chocano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Manuel Scorza Torres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36570 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36018 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36066 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36082 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36636 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36291 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36317 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36313 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Juan Velasco Alvarado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36076 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36073 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36079 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36083 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Simon Bolivar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36359 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36069 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pucuto
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Pucuto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Regional Daniel Hernández Morillo |
Libraries in Pucuto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pucuto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Centro | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Huancavelica | |||||
| Mercado de Colcabamba | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Pampas |
Clinics in Pucuto
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pucuto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pucuto
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pucuto
What is the population of Pucuto?
Pucuto has a population of 507 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pucuto?
Pucuto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.