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San Juan de Cuturapi, Peru

Puno · Peru

San Juan de Cuturapi is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 613. Elevation: 12,648 ft (3,855 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

613 Population 7/sq mi density
12,648 ft Elevation 3,855 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
40.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About San Juan de Cuturapi

San Juan de Cuturapi

Yunguyo is a town in the Puno Region in southeastern Peru. It is the capital of Yunguyo Province and Yunguyo District. It has a population of 12,625.

People

Population613
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation12,648 ft (3,855 m)
Population613
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation12,648 ft (3,855 m)
Coordinates-16.2701°, -69.1775°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation40.6 inches (1,030 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)

About San Juan de Cuturapi

San Juan de Cuturapi is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 613. The city sits at an elevation of 12,648 feet (3,855 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Juan de Cuturapi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 40.6 inches. The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,648 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below Peru avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,648 ft (3,855 m)
Area85.7 sq mi (221.9 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-16.2701°N, 69.1775°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.6"
7% above Peru avg
Snowfall 5.2"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.40"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

419 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 9, 2025.

Dec 12, 1994 45 km E of Estique, Peru M6.3 142 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 81 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 97 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 46 km
Jul 12, 2024 67 km E of Tarata, Peru M5.6 125 km
May 12, 2021 2 km NW of Chuquitira, Peru M5.4 146 km
Aug 6, 2005 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru M5.4 125 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 64 km
May 25, 2013 18 km E of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.3 66 km
Mar 4, 1998 60 km E of Estique, Peru M5.3 143 km
Feb 24, 2002 53 km E of Chojata, Peru M5.3 115 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 69 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 37 km
Dec 22, 1995 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia M5.3 53 km
Feb 2, 2006 29 km ENE of Chuquitira, Peru M5.3 119 km
Mar 25, 2000 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru M5.3 41 km
May 7, 1996 5 km E of Caminaca, Peru M5.2 138 km
Aug 12, 2001 27 km W of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.2 98 km
Mar 3, 2022 28 km NE of Pujocucho, Peru M5.1 131 km
Feb 4, 2007 73 km S of Desaguadero, Peru M5.1 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (149 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 149 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 153 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 173 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 6.8 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.3 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
November 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in Warmest
December 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in

San Juan de Cuturapi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 45°F in June to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in San Juan de Cuturapi

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 70239
Institución Educativa Daniel Alcides Carrion
Institución Educativa No. 70264
Institución Educativa Ricardo Palma
Institución Educativa No. 70181
Institución Educativa La Reforma
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Museums in San Juan de Cuturapi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CIAC Regional Arqueológico
Museo del Poncho

Farmers Markets in San Juan de Cuturapi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Miguel Grau
Mercado Modelo Copacabana
Mercado Zepita

Clinics in San Juan de Cuturapi

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cuturapi
PE #7114665333

Stadiums & Teams in San Juan de Cuturapi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Juan de Cuturapi

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Copacabana AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,847 m (12,622 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Juan de Cuturapi

What is the population of San Juan de Cuturapi?

San Juan de Cuturapi has a population of 613 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 85.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan de Cuturapi?

San Juan de Cuturapi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.

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