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San Miguel de Ollaraya, Peru

Puno · Peru

San Miguel de Ollaraya is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 408. Elevation: 12,621 ft (3,847 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

408 Population 5/sq mi density
12,621 ft Elevation 3,847 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
35.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population408
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation12,621 ft (3,847 m)
Population408
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation12,621 ft (3,847 m)
Coordinates-16.2196°, -68.9909°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (904 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)

About San Miguel de Ollaraya

San Miguel de Ollaraya is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 408. The city sits at an elevation of 12,621 feet (3,847 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Miguel de Ollaraya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 35.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,621 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below Peru avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,621 ft (3,847 m)
Area85.7 sq mi (221.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-16.2196°N, 68.9909°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below Peru avg
Snowfall 2.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.00"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

309 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 9, 2025.

Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 81 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 111 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 50 km
Jul 12, 2024 67 km E of Tarata, Peru M5.6 136 km
Aug 6, 2005 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru M5.4 137 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 68 km
Feb 2, 2006 29 km ENE of Chuquitira, Peru M5.3 135 km
Mar 25, 2000 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru M5.3 58 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 56 km
Feb 24, 2002 53 km E of Chojata, Peru M5.3 136 km
May 25, 2013 18 km E of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.3 83 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 72 km
Dec 22, 1995 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia M5.3 50 km
May 7, 1996 5 km E of Caminaca, Peru M5.2 148 km
Aug 12, 2001 27 km W of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.2 119 km
Feb 4, 2007 73 km S of Desaguadero, Peru M5.1 113 km
Sep 29, 2012 58 km SE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.1 116 km
Jan 10, 1995 23 km W of Desaguadero, Peru M5.1 45 km
May 8, 2001 77 km WNW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia M5.0 142 km
Apr 10, 2024 60 km W of Patacamaya, Bolivia M5.0 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (167 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 167 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 172 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 7.0 in Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 6.0 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.4 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 51°F (11°C) 5.4 in

San Miguel de Ollaraya has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 44°F in June to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.0") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in San Miguel de Ollaraya

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Secundaria Miguel Grau
Institución Educativa No. 70236
I.E.P No. 70237 Jose Olaya
Institución Educativa No. 70285
Institución Educativa No. 70269
Institución Educativa No. 70284
Institución Educativa No. 70268
Institución Educativa No. 70233
Institución Educativa Agropecuario De Aychuyo
70236
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Museums in San Miguel de Ollaraya

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CIAC Regional Arqueológico
Museo de Oro de Challapampa
Museo del Poncho
Museo Isla Suriqui

Farmers Markets in San Miguel de Ollaraya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Miguel Grau
Mercado Modelo Copacabana
Mercado Popular

Clinics in San Miguel de Ollaraya

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aychuyo
Centro de Salud - Ollaraya

Stadiums & Teams in San Miguel de Ollaraya

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Miguel de Ollaraya

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Copacabana AirportSmall Airport
Laja AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Miguel de Ollaraya

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia San Natividad

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 Miguel de Ollaraya

What is the population of San Miguel de Ollaraya?

San Miguel de Ollaraya has a population of 408 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 85.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Miguel de Ollaraya?

San Miguel de Ollaraya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.

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