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San Cristóbal, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
San Cristóbal is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 1,125. Elevation: 11,670 ft (3,557 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About San Cristóbal
The National University of San Cristóbal de Huamanga is a public university located in the city of Ayacucho in southern Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,125 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,670 ft (3,557 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.7427°, -74.2222° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,134 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 109.8 inches (279 cm) |
About San Cristóbal
San Cristóbal is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 1,125. The city sits at an elevation of 11,670 feet (3,557 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,670 ft (3,557 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.7427°N, 74.2222°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.2 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 121 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 125 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 126 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in |
San Cristóbal has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.4") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in San Cristóbal
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 24041 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24040 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24045 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24495 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Agrpecuario Santa Magdalena | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24422 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario Industrial Apurimac | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24037 Virgen De Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Olaya | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24007 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24398 San Martin De Porres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24347 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in San Cristóbal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pampa Galeras |
Farmers Markets in San Cristóbal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ccollana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Puquio |
Clinics in San Cristóbal
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Cristóbal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Cristóbal
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Reiche Neuman Airport | NZC | Medium Airport |
| Jaquí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nuevo Acari Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Cristóbal?
San Cristóbal has a population of 1,125 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 365.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Cristóbal?
San Cristóbal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 109.8 inches of snow.