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Sacsamarca, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Sacsamarca is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 977. Elevation: 11,391 ft (3,472 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

977 Population 6/sq mi density
11,391 ft Elevation 3,472 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
32.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population977
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation11,391 ft (3,472 m)
Population977
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation11,391 ft (3,472 m)
Coordinates-13.9428°, -74.3126°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation32.3 inches (820 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sacsamarca

Sacsamarca is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 977. The city sits at an elevation of 11,391 feet (3,472 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Sacsamarca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 11,391 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 42°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below Peru avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,391 ft (3,472 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-13.9428°N, 74.3126°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.3"
15% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

230 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 8, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 108 km
Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 145 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 133 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 5 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 114 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 141 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 93 km
Jan 25, 2019 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru M5.7 130 km
Jul 2, 2012 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru M5.7 149 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 17 km
May 12, 2021 1 km SE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.5 149 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 50 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 18 km
May 27, 2022 14 km SE of Santiago, Peru M5.5 146 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 117 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 84 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 93 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 131 km
Aug 3, 2009 27 km ESE of Santiago, Peru M5.3 133 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 6.7 in
February 47°F (8°C) 7.0 in
March 47°F (8°C) 7.4 in Wettest
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 42°F (6°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in
September 45°F (7°C) 1.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
November 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in Warmest

Sacsamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 42°F in July to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Sacsamarca

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 38528
Institución Educativa Daniel Alcides Carrion
Institución Educativa No. 38493
Institución Educativa No. 38822
Ceba - Los Andes
Institución Educativa Los Andes
Federico Gonzales Cabezudo
Institución Educativa 38491 Nuestra Señora De Fatima
Institución Educativa No. 38763
Institución Educativa No. 38529
Institución Educativa 38490 San Martin de Porres
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Clinics in Sacsamarca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huancasancos

Gas Stations in Sacsamarca

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #13236046730

Airports Near Sacsamarca

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vilcashuamán 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 Sacsamarca

What is the population of Sacsamarca?

Sacsamarca has a population of 977 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sacsamarca?

Sacsamarca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches.

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