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Quiñota, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Quiñota is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 726. Elevation: 11,795 ft (3,595 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

726 Population 1/sq mi density
11,795 ft Elevation 3,595 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
65.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population726
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain65.1 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation11,795 ft (3,595 m)
Population726
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation11,795 ft (3,595 m)
Coordinates-14.3115°, -72.1390°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation65.1 inches (1,653 mm)
Annual Snowfall56.4 inches (143 cm)

About Quiñota

Quiñota is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 726. The city sits at an elevation of 11,795 feet (3,595 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Quiñota has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 65.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 56.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,795 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,795 ft (3,595 m)
Area995.2 sq mi (2,577.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-14.3115°N, 72.1390°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.1"
71% above Peru avg
Snowfall 56.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.83"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

389 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 134 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 95 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 145 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 60 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 59 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 122 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 139 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 52 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 78 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 110 km
Aug 15, 2016 11 km SW of Tapay, Peru M5.5 150 km
Jan 29, 2019 20 km NNW of Ayo, Peru M5.5 137 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 139 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 91 km
Dec 26, 1994 6 km NE of Madrigal, Peru M5.4 146 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 56 km
Oct 24, 2000 13 km SE of Alca, Peru M5.4 117 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 30 km
Jan 29, 1998 4 km SE of Choco, Peru M5.4 144 km
Dec 20, 1999 33 km ENE of Chichas, Peru M5.4 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (86 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 86 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 125 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 167 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 169 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 7.8 in Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 7.2 in
March 50°F (10°C) 6.5 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.5 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 40°F (5°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.1 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
December 51°F (11°C) 5.2 in Warmest

Quiñota has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 40°F in July to 51°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Quiñota

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Daniel Alcides Carrion
Institución Educativa 50677 Virgen De Las Nieves
Institución Educativa 50680 Hapupampa
Institución Educativa Anexo-56272
Institución Educativa 501099 Huicsupillo
Institución Educativa No. 56274
Institución Educativa Tres Esquinas
Institución Educativa 50683 Huilluca
Institución Educativa 501193 Hapuro
Institución Educativa 56272 Milagroso Señor De Huanca
Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas
Institución Educativa No. 56273
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Museums in Quiñota

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Catedral De Santo Tomas

Hotels in Quiñota

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa de filmar puma

Stadiums & Teams in Quiñota

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Quiñota

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport
Yauri 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 Quiñota

What is the population of Quiñota?

Quiñota has a population of 726 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 995.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quiñota?

Quiñota has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°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 65.1 inches, with 56.4 inches of snow.

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