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Querocotillo, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Querocotillo is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 901. Elevation: 6,421 ft (1,957 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

901 Population 21/sq mi density
6,421 ft Elevation 1,957 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
56.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population901
Density21/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation6,421 ft (1,957 m)
Population901
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation6,421 ft (1,957 m)
Coordinates-6.2736°, -79.0382°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation56.7 inches (1,440 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Querocotillo

Querocotillo is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 901. The city sits at an elevation of 6,421 feet (1,957 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Querocotillo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 56.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,421 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,421 ft (1,957 m)
Area42.5 sq mi (110.2 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates-6.2736°N, 79.0382°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.7"
49% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

52 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 104 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 99 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 145 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 23 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 118 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 137 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 90 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 142 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 99 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 103 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 50 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 125 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 103 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 81 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 75 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 77 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 119 km
Mar 27, 2000 19 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.5 125 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 58 km
Mar 10, 2006 15 km NE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in Warmest
March 63°F (17°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
July 62°F (16°C) 1.2 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
September 62°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
November 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
December 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in

Querocotillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 59°F in January to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Querocotillo

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 10316
Institución Educativa Juan Xxiii
Institución Educativa No. 10321
Institución Educativa No. 10318
Institución Educativa No. 10326
Institución Educativa No. 18031
Institución Educativa No. 10271
Institución Educativa Tomas P.galvez Quispe
Institución Educativa No. 18017
Institución Educativa No. 10328
Institución Educativa Juan Z.montenegro
Institución Educativa No. 10336
Institución Educativa No. 10743
Institución Educativa No. 821621
Institución Educativa Alfonso Arana Vidal
Institución Educativa No. 10333
Institución Educativa Corazon De Jesus
Institución Educativa No. 10331
Institución Educativa No. 10868
Institución Educativa Abraham Valdelomar
Institución Educativa San Marcos
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Farmers Markets in Querocotillo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Nuevo Oriente
Mercado Santa Celia

Clinics in Querocotillo

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Querocotillo
Sillangate
Sinchimache

Stadiums & Teams in Querocotillo

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Airports Near Querocotillo

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Luya AirportSmall 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 Querocotillo

What is the population of Querocotillo?

Querocotillo has a population of 901 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Querocotillo?

Querocotillo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches.

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