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San Juan, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
San Juan is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 712. Elevation: 9,498 ft (2,895 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Juan
Puquio is a town in Central Peru, South America. It is the capital of the province Lucanas in the region Ayacucho.
People
Climate
| Population | 712 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,498 ft (2,895 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.6602°, -74.2022° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,134 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 109.8 inches (279 cm) |
About San Juan
San Juan is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 712. The city sits at an elevation of 9,498 feet (2,895 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.7°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,498 ft (2,895 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.6602°N, 74.2022°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 | — | 131 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 135 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
San Juan has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 39°F in January to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in San Juan
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 24024 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24378 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario Ecologico De San Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24021 Jose Maria Arguedas Altamirano | — | — | — | — |
Museums in San Juan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pampa Galeras |
Farmers Markets in San Juan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ccollana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Puquio |
Stadiums & Teams in San Juan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Juan?
San Juan has a population of 712 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 365.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Juan?
San Juan 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 40°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.