Sign In Register

Quehue, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Quehue is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 257. Elevation: 12,484 ft (3,805 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

257 Population 1/sq mi density
12,484 ft Elevation 3,805 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
62.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

Discover Quehue, Peru

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population257
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain62.5 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation12,484 ft (3,805 m)
Population257
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation12,484 ft (3,805 m)
Coordinates-14.3800°, -71.4550°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation62.5 inches (1,587 mm)
Annual Snowfall52.7 inches (134 cm)

About Quehue

Quehue is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 257. The city sits at an elevation of 12,484 feet (3,805 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Quehue has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 62.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 52.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,484 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,484 ft (3,805 m)
Area251.0 sq mi (650.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-14.3800°N, 71.4550°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.5"
64% above Peru avg
Snowfall 52.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

375 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 138 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 145 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 131 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 128 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 145 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 77 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 24 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 133 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 109 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 112 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 133 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 146 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 118 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 33 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 128 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 95 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 126 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 105 km
Jun 3, 2023 3 km SSE of Chivay, Peru M5.4 144 km
Dec 26, 1994 6 km NE of Madrigal, Peru M5.4 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (25 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 25 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 149 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 162 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 46°F (8°C) 7.0 in
March 46°F (8°C) 6.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 42°F (5°C) 0.5 in
June 38°F (4°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 44°F (7°C) 0.2 in
August 40°F (4°C) 0.4 in
September 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
December 47°F (8°C) 5.3 in Warmest

Quehue has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in June to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.1").

View full weather details →

Schools in Quehue

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Señor De Exaltacion
Institución Educativa No. 56151
Institución Educativa No. 56121
Institución Educativa No. 56123
Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa No. 56161
Institución Educativa No. 501454
Institución Educativa No. 56153
Institución Educativa No. 56160
Institución Educativa Altiva Canas
View full schools details →

Libraries in Quehue

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal de Sicuani0.0

Farmers Markets in Quehue

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria de Ganados y Vacunos
Mercado Central
Mercado de Langui
Mercado de Yanaoca

Bus Stations in Quehue

8 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cruce a Quehue y Descanso
El Cruce a Quehe Langui
El Cruce a Quehue y Descanso
El Cruce a Quehue y Descanso
El Cruce a Yanaoca y Sicuani
Paradero a Chaupibanda
Paradero de Perccaro
Paradero de Winchiri

Stadiums & Teams in Quehue

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Quehue

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Yauri AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Quehue

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de Huinchri “San Juan Bautista”
Capilla de Winchiripampa

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Quehue.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Quehue

What is the population of Quehue?

Quehue has a population of 257 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 251.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quehue?

Quehue has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.5 inches, with 52.7 inches of snow.

Nearby Cities

Compare Quehue with another city: