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San Genaro, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

San Genaro is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 886. Elevation: 15,774 ft (4,808 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

886 Population 3/sq mi density
15,774 ft Elevation 4,808 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
55.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population886
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation15,774 ft (4,808 m)
Population886
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation15,774 ft (4,808 m)
Coordinates-13.1942°, -75.1417°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation55.4 inches (1,406 mm)
Annual Snowfall226.9 inches (576 cm)

About San Genaro

San Genaro is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 886. The city sits at an elevation of 15,774 feet (4,808 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Genaro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 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 55.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 226.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 15,774 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Geography

Elevation15,774 ft (4,808 m)
Area273.4 sq mi (708.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-13.1942°N, 75.1417°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.4"
46% above Peru avg
Snowfall 226.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

261 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M5.0 on Jul 8, 2025.

Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 121 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 122 km
May 16, 1992 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru M6.1 117 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 118 km
Aug 18, 2007 7 km NNW of Paracas, Peru M6.0 142 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 119 km
Aug 16, 2007 25 km W of Santiago, Peru M5.8 144 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 103 km
Jul 2, 2012 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru M5.7 145 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 83 km
May 6, 2012 14 km SE of Humay, Peru M5.6 100 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 106 km
Aug 16, 2007 22 km SSW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.6 146 km
Aug 17, 2007 near the coast of central Peru M5.6 150 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 146 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 116 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 133 km
May 27, 2022 14 km SE of Santiago, Peru M5.5 131 km
May 12, 2021 1 km SE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.5 122 km
Jun 15, 2009 11 km N of San Clemente, Peru M5.4 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 5.8 in Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 5.7 in
March 40°F (4°C) 5.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
June 35°F (2°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 35°F (2°C) 0.4 in Coldest
September 36°F (2°C) 1.1 in
October 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in

San Genaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 35°F in August to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in San Genaro

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 22039
Institución Educativa No. 22125
Institución Educativa No. 22490
Institución Educativa No. 23501
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Radio Stations near San Genaro

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps

Hotels in San Genaro

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alojamiento Andino

Airports Near San Genaro

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguna Choclococha 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 San Genaro

What is the population of San Genaro?

San Genaro has a population of 886 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 273.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Genaro?

San Genaro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches, with 226.9 inches of snow.

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