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Sandia, Peru
Puno · Peru
Sandia is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 3,675. Elevation: 7,146 ft (2,178 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sandia
Sandia is a town in Southern Peru, capital of the province Sandia in the region Puno.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,675 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,146 ft (2,178 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3214°, -69.4654° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.9 inches (1,268 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 117.6 inches (299 cm) |
About Sandia
Sandia is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 3,675. The city sits at an elevation of 7,146 feet (2,178 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.5°F |
| 31% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,146 ft (2,178 m) |
| Area | 556.5 sq mi (1,441.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3214°N, 69.4654°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 6.9 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 6.3 in |
Sandia has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 58°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Sandia
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ipari | College | - | , |
Schools in Sandia
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 72461 Nuestra Señora De La Merced | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 73005 | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion educativa Independencia | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Agro Industrial De Huenccalla | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Chiachaca | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario Jose Maria Arguedas Altamirano | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 70707 Prof. Maximo Bernardino Marron Roque | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72451 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72452 Señor De Los Milagros | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 72459 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 73005 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72421 Almirante Grau Seminario | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72481 Jose Rufo Chambi Zea | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tecnico Agropecuario Huancaluque | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72465 Jose Maria Arguedas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72473 Jorge Chavez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 72433 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72435 Villa Hermosa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70706 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72455 Cesar Vallejo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 72509 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 72450 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 72423 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario Queneque | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70700 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 72497 | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Sandia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgen de la Candelaria |
Hotels in Sandia
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sandia
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sandia
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sandia
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ulla Ulla Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sandia
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia | |
| Santiago Apostol |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sandia
What is the population of Sandia?
Sandia has a population of 3,675 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 556.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sandia?
Sandia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches, with 117.6 inches of snow.