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Sancos, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Sancos is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 526. Elevation: 9,226 ft (2,812 m). Average temperature: 89°F (32°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 526 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,226 ft (2,812 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.0626°, -73.9519° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 89°F (32°C) |
| January Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.7 inches (1,364 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Sancos
Sancos is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 526. The city sits at an elevation of 9,226 feet (2,812 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 88.9°F |
| 65% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,226 ft (2,812 m) |
| Area | 698.0 sq mi (1,807.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.0626°N, 73.9519°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2001 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 8.8 m | 103 | 138 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 99 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 113 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (179 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87°F (30°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 1.0 in |
Sancos has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 51°F in June to 90°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sancos
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 24275 Sergio Ibarra Neyra | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24017 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24028 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24018 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24364 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24019 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24456 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24058 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Virgen Perpetuo Socorro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24497 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24419 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sancos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Municipal de Parinacochas |
Hotels in Sancos
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sancos
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acarí Airbase Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caraveli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaquí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yauca Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sancos
What is the population of Sancos?
Sancos has a population of 526 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 698.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sancos?
Sancos 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.