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Santa Lucía, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Santa Lucía is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 200. Elevation: 7,959 ft (2,426 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

200 Population 0/sq mi density
7,959 ft Elevation 2,426 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
8.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population200
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain8.9 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation7,959 ft (2,426 m)
Population200
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation7,959 ft (2,426 m)
Coordinates-14.9782°, -74.5238°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation8.9 inches (225 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Lucía

Santa Lucía is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 200. The city sits at an elevation of 7,959 feet (2,426 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Lucía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 320 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 8.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,959 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.7°F
5% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,959 ft (2,426 m)
Area531.0 sq mi (1,375.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-14.9782°N, 74.5238°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.9"
77% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.91"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

636 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Nov 12, 1996 60 km SW of Changuillo, Peru M7.7 124 km
Jun 28, 2024 10 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru M7.2 95 km
Sep 25, 2013 16 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru M7.1 96 km
Jan 14, 2018 37 km W of Atiquipa, Peru M7.1 90 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 111 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 136 km
Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 150 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 135 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 118 km
Nov 13, 1996 54 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M6.1 126 km
Jun 29, 2024 34 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru M6.1 119 km
Jul 1, 1991 50 km SSE of San Juan, Peru M6.0 105 km
Jun 16, 2024 10 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru M6.0 98 km
Nov 13, 1996 29 km WSW of San Juan, Peru M6.0 110 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 12 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 147 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 48 km
Sep 28, 2004 21 km WNW of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 79 km
Jun 28, 2007 41 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 87 km
Nov 15, 1996 30 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M5.8 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1996 S. PERU Earthquake 0.4 m 14 124 km
2024 S. PERU Earthquake 0.2 m 93 km
2018 S. PERU Earthquake 0.2 m 90 km
2013 S. PERU Earthquake 0.1 m 96 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
February 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in Warmest
March 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in Wettest
April 58°F (15°C) 0.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 0.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in

Santa Lucía has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 53°F in July to 60°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 8.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Santa Lucía

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 24070
Institución Educativa Virgen De Santa Lucia
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Airports Near Santa Lucía

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Maria Reiche Neuman AirportNZCMedium Airport
Acarí Airbase AirportSmall Airport
Jaquí AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Acari AirportSmall Airport
San Juan de Marcona AirportSJASmall Airport
Yauca AirportSmall Airport

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 Santa Lucía

What is the population of Santa Lucía?

Santa Lucía has a population of 200 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 531.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Lucía?

Santa Lucía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.9 inches.

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