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Quio, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Quio is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 719. Elevation: 11,991 ft (3,655 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

719 Population 6/sq mi density
11,991 ft Elevation 3,655 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
75.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population719
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain75.4 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation11,991 ft (3,655 m)
Population719
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation11,991 ft (3,655 m)
Coordinates-10.2156°, -76.3716°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,914 mm)
Annual Snowfall94.3 inches (240 cm)

About Quio

Quio is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 719. The city sits at an elevation of 11,991 feet (3,655 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 34°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Quio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 34°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 94.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,991 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 34°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below Peru avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,991 ft (3,655 m)
Area112.8 sq mi (292.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-10.2156°N, 76.3716°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.4"
98% above Peru avg
Snowfall 94.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

155 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 121 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 96 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 85 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 96 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 137 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 124 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 132 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 102 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 112 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 117 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 137 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 100 km
Oct 18, 1994 1 km SE of Villa Rica, Peru M5.0 135 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 89 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 100 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 149 km
Mar 5, 2019 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 111 km
Jan 23, 2007 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 111 km
Aug 7, 2012 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 129 km
Jun 25, 2014 53 km WNW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.8 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 5.0 in
February 49°F (10°C) 5.7 in
March 49°F (10°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 1.2 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.7 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in Warmest
December 49°F (10°C) 4.5 in

Quio has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 34°F in July to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Quio

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32116
Institución Educativa No. 33017
Institución Educativa No. 32175
Institución Educativa Fernando Belaunde Terry
Institución Educativa Utcush
Institución Educativa No. 33062
Institución Educativa No. 32173
Institución Educativa No. 33328
Institución Educativa No. 33028
Institución Educativa No. 32118
Institución Educativa No. 33107
Institución Educativa 32747 Tupac Amaru Ii
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Farmers Markets in Quio

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Ambo
Mercado Isco
Mercado Virgen del Carmen

Stadiums & Teams in Quio

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Quio

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Quio

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cayran

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 Quio

What is the population of Quio?

Quio has a population of 719 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 112.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quio?

Quio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 34°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 94.3 inches of snow.

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