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Puquio, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Puquio is a small city in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 10,491. Elevation: 10,482 ft (3,195 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Puquio
Puquio is a town in Central Peru, South America. It is the capital of the province Lucanas in the region Ayacucho.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,491 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,482 ft (3,195 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.7000°, -74.1333° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,134 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 109.8 inches (279 cm) |
About Puquio
Puquio is a small city in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 10,491. The city sits at an elevation of 10,482 feet (3,195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Puquio
Puquio has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Oct (10.6°C), the coldest is Jun (8.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 238 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.7°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,482 ft (3,195 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.7000°N, 74.1333°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.2 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 128 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 134 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
Puquio has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 39°F in January to 52°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Puquio
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24005 Apostol Santiago Apostol Lucanas | College | - | , |
| CETPRO Manuel T.C Escajadillo | College | - | , |
Schools in Puquio
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 24008 Santa Rosa de Lima | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 25501 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24005 Apostol Santiago De Lucanas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Manuel Prado | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Immanuel Kant Puquio | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24009 Tupac Amaru Ii | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24015 Miguel Grau | - | - | - | - |
| Immanuel Kant Puquio | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Los Rukanas | - | - | - | - |
| Puquio | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Manuel Prado | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Perpetuo Socorro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24054 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Niño Jesus De Praga | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Areas Tecnicas De Pichccachuri | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Maria Arguedas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24011 Virgen Del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24016 9 De Diciembre | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24053 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24052 | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Puquio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ccollana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Puquio |
Hotels in Puquio
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Puquio
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Puquio
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Puquio
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Puquio
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puquio
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puquio
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Puquio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puquio
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Ccayao |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Puquio
What is the population of Puquio?
Puquio has a population of 10,491 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 365.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puquio?
Puquio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 109.8 inches of snow.