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San José de Quero, Peru

Junin · Peru

San José de Quero is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 383. Elevation: 13,192 ft (4,021 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

383 Population 33/sq mi density
13,192 ft Elevation 4,021 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population383
Density33/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation13,192 ft (4,021 m)
Population383
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation13,192 ft (4,021 m)
Coordinates-12.0854°, -75.5363°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall51.7 inches (131 cm)

About San José de Quero

San José de Quero is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 383. The city sits at an elevation of 13,192 feet (4,021 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San José de Quero has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,192 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,192 ft (4,021 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.9 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates-12.0854°N, 75.5363°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.83"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

169 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Mar 26, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 118 km
Jun 23, 2021 11 km WSW of Mala, Peru M5.9 146 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 143 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 65 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 116 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 134 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 92 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 149 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 143 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 82 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 19 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 129 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 72 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 14 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 141 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 146 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 114 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 64 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 58 km
Jan 29, 1994 10 km NW of Pilpichaca, Peru M4.9 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 5.8 in Wettest
March 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in
August 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in

San José de Quero has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 39°F in January to 47°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in San José de Quero

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 30001-48
Institución Educativa No. 30335
Institución Educativa No. 30334
Institución Educativa La Union
Institución Educativa 30336 Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa Augusto Salazar Bondy
Institución Educativa 26 De Abril
Institución Educativa No. 30404
Institución Educativa No. 30338
Institución Educativa San Roque
Institución Educativa No. 30329
Institución Educativa 30403 San Francisco De Salvio
Institución Educativa No. 30337
Institución Educativa Alfonso Ugarte
Institución Educativa No. 30331
Institución Educativa San Pedro
Institución Educativa No. 30332
Institución Educativa San Jose
Institución Educativa No. 31444
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Radio Stations near San José de Quero

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in San José de Quero

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional de Arqueología de Junín

Farmers Markets in San José de Quero

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Modelo de Chupaca
Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción

Restaurants in San José de Quero

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant with drinks and snacks

Clinics in San José de Quero

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Jose de Quero

Stadiums & Teams in San José de Quero

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Airports Near San José de Quero

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in San José de Quero

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca

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 José de Quero

What is the population of San José de Quero?

San José de Quero has a population of 383 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José de Quero?

San José de Quero has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.

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