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Santa Lucía, Peru

Puno · Peru

Santa Lucía is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 4,320. Elevation: 13,317 ft (4,059 m). Average temperature: 38°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,320 Population 5/sq mi density
13,317 ft Elevation 4,059 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 4°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Santa Lucía

Santa Lucía

Santa Lucía es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Puno, provincia de Lampa, distrito de Santa Lucía. Es asimismo capital del distrito de Santa Lucía. Se encuentra a una altitud de 4090 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 3840 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population4,320
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation13,317 ft (4,059 m)
Population4,320
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation13,317 ft (4,059 m)
Coordinates-15.6976°, -70.6071°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature38°F (4°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall168.9 inches (429 cm)

About Santa Lucía

Santa Lucía is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 4,320. The city sits at an elevation of 13,317 feet (4,059 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Lucía has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 42.2 inches. The area receives 168.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,317 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below Peru avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,317 ft (4,059 m)
Area939.1 sq mi (2,432.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-15.6976°N, 70.6071°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above Peru avg
Snowfall 168.9"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.97"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

575 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 94 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 120 km
May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 90 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 97 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 126 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 45 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 75 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 121 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 60 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 122 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 142 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 149 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 104 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 142 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 131 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 75 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 141 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 50 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 79 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (105 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 105 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 113 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 134 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 150 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 164 km
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 171 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 187 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 6.9 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 7.0 in Wettest
March 45°F (7°C) 5.7 in
April 44°F (6°C) 1.5 in
May 41°F (5°C) 0.5 in
June 38°F (3°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.1 in
August 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in
September 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
December 46°F (8°C) 4.8 in Warmest

Santa Lucía has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in January to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.0") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Santa Lucía

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 70906 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70445 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70667 - - - -
Santa Lucía - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 71009 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 71520 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70697 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70608 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70745 - - - -
CEBA - Eleuterio Ticona Jordán - - - -
Institución Educativa Industrial Santa Lucía - - - -
Institución Educativa 70400 Virgen del Carmen - - - -
Institución Educativa José Carlos Mariátegui - - - -
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Restaurants in Santa Lucía

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

El Imperio
Restaurant Sabor Arequipeño
Restaurante

Clinics in Santa Lucía

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Santa Lucia

Train Stations in Santa Lucía

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Santa Lucía

Gas Stations in Santa Lucía

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PE #4293257856

Banks in Santa Lucía

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caja los Andes

Airports Near Santa Lucía

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Ventilla Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
4,090 m (13,419 ft)
Postal Code
21771

🇵🇪 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 4,320 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 939.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Lucía?

Santa Lucía has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 168.9 inches of snow.

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