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Santa Rosa, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Santa Rosa is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 331. Elevation: 11,680 ft (3,560 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

331 Population 2/sq mi density
11,680 ft Elevation 3,560 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Santa Rosa

Chuquibambilla is a town in southern Peru, capital of Chuquibambilla District and Grau Province in the Department of Apurímac. The city is the seat of the Roman Catholic Territorial Prelature of Chuquibambilla.

People

Population331
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation11,680 ft (3,560 m)
Population331
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation11,680 ft (3,560 m)
Coordinates-14.1400°, -72.6568°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation56.9 inches (1,445 mm)
Annual Snowfall66.8 inches (170 cm)

About Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 331. The city sits at an elevation of 11,680 feet (3,560 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Rosa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 66.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,680 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below Peru avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,680 ft (3,560 m)
Area140.4 sq mi (363.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-14.1400°N, 72.6568°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.9"
50% above Peru avg
Snowfall 66.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.64"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

336 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 126 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 111 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 138 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 58 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 13 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 135 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 11 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 109 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 136 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 139 km
Oct 24, 2000 13 km SE of Alca, Peru M5.4 121 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 81 km
Dec 20, 1999 33 km ENE of Chichas, Peru M5.4 149 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 92 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 148 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 21 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 88 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 26 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 10 km
Jun 30, 2002 16 km SSE of Toro, Peru M5.2 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (141 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 141 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 147 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 7.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 7.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 6.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.3 in
August 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 51°F (10°C) 4.8 in

Santa Rosa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 38°F in January to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Santa Rosa

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Andres Avelino Caceres
Institución Educativa 54411 Santa Rosa
Institución Educativa 54578 Chirirque
Institución Educativa 54455 Quiscabamba
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Stadiums & Teams in Santa Rosa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santa Rosa

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,360 m (11,024 ft)
Postal Code
03311

🇵🇪 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 Rosa

What is the population of Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa has a population of 331 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 140.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches, with 66.8 inches of snow.

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