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Putina, Peru

Puno · Peru

Putina is a small city in Puno, Peru with a population of 8,118. Elevation: 12,556 ft (3,827 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,118 Population 100/sq mi density
12,556 ft Elevation 3,827 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
27.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Putina

Putina District is one of five districts of the San Antonio de Putina Province in Peru.

People

Population8,118
Density100/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation12,556 ft (3,827 m)
Population8,118
Population Density100 / sq mi
Elevation12,556 ft (3,827 m)
Coordinates-15.4751°, -69.4306°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (691 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)

About Putina

Putina is a small city in Peru (Puno) with a population of 8,118. The city sits at an elevation of 12,556 feet (3,827 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Putina experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,556 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below Peru avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,556 ft (3,827 m)
Area81.5 sq mi (211.0 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates-15.4751°N, 69.4306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.2"
28% below Peru avg
Snowfall 6.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.40"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

310 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 112 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 115 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 119 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 145 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 96 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 17 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 96 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 139 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 46 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 113 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 122 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 113 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 29 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 100 km
May 25, 2013 18 km E of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.3 142 km
Feb 24, 2002 53 km E of Chojata, Peru M5.3 141 km
Mar 25, 2000 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru M5.3 72 km
Jun 27, 2006 12 km WNW of Lampa, Peru M5.3 113 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 80 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 24 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (197 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 197 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (10°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 49°F (10°C) 5.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 5.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.5 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 6.1 in

Putina has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 43°F in June to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Putina

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 72417 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72377 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72362 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72379 - - - -
Institución Educativa Industrial - - - -
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Airports Near Putina

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Copacabana Airport-Small Airport
Ulla Ulla Airport-Small Airport
Ventilla Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Putina

What is the population of Putina?

Putina has a population of 8,118 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 81.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Putina?

Putina has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow.

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