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San Pedro, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

San Pedro is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 517. Elevation: 10,171 ft (3,100 m). Average temperature: 89°F (32°C).

Data updated June 2026

517 Population 1/sq mi density
10,171 ft Elevation 3,100 meters
89°F Avg Temperature 32°C
53.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About San Pedro

Puquio is a town in Central Peru, South America. It is the capital of the province Lucanas in the region Ayacucho.

People

Population517
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp89°F (32°C)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation10,171 ft (3,100 m)
Population517
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation10,171 ft (3,100 m)
Coordinates-14.7671°, -74.0976°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature89°F (32°C)
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,364 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)

About San Pedro

San Pedro is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 517. The city sits at an elevation of 10,171 feet (3,100 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 89°F (32°C). Temperatures range from 87°F in January to 90°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Pedro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (32°C). Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 10,171 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

87°F Jan (30°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average88.9°F
65% above Peru avg
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,171 ft (3,100 m)
Area365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-14.7671°N, 74.0976°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.7"
41% above Peru avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.22"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

451 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jun 28, 2024 10 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru M7.2 124 km
Sep 25, 2013 16 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru M7.1 127 km
Jan 14, 2018 37 km W of Atiquipa, Peru M7.1 129 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 60 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 147 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 97 km
Jun 16, 2024 10 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru M6.0 126 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 138 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 59 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 5 km
May 18, 2009 35 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 127 km
Jun 28, 2007 41 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 133 km
Jul 12, 2024 24 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 115 km
Jun 29, 2015 27 km SSE of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 141 km
Sep 28, 2004 21 km WNW of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 113 km
Nov 15, 1996 30 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M5.8 149 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 105 km
Jan 12, 2001 27 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.7 118 km
Jan 25, 2019 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru M5.7 137 km
Jun 29, 2007 51 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.6 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 122 km
2018 S. PERU Earthquake 0.2 m 129 km
2013 S. PERU Earthquake 0.1 m 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 87°F (30°C) 5.6 in
February 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in
March 51°F (11°C) 6.2 in Wettest
April 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in
July 90°F (32°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 48°F (9°C) 0.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
November 51°F (11°C) 0.9 in
December 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in

San Pedro has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 47°F in August to 90°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in San Pedro

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 24061 Jose De San Martin
Institución Educativa No. 24063
Institución Educativa 24483 Jose Antonio Encinas
Institución Educativa No. 24421
Institución Educativa Industrial Tupac Amaru Ii
Institución Educativa Agropecuario San Pedro
Institución Educativa 24025 Coronel Francisco Bolognesi Cervantes
Institución Educativa No. 24066
Institución Educativa No. 24055
Institución Educativa Mariano Melgar De Pamparque
Institución Educativa No. 24050
Institución Educativa No. 24056
Institución Educativa No. 24047
Institución Educativa No. 24049
Institución Educativa Agropecuario De Chilques
Institución Educativa 24512-1
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Farmers Markets in San Pedro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Ccollana
Mercado Municipal de Puquio

Clinics in San Pedro

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Pedro

Stadiums & Teams in San Pedro

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Airports Near San Pedro

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Acarí Airbase AirportSmall Airport
Jaquí AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Acari AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,214 m (10,545 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 Pedro

What is the population of San Pedro?

San Pedro has a population of 517 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 365.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Pedro?

San Pedro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (32°C). Winter temperatures average 87°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.

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