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Santa Rosa, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Santa Rosa is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 4,702. Elevation: 2,306 ft (703 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,702 Population 25/sq mi density
2,306 ft Elevation 703 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
53.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa es una localidad situada en el distrito homónimo, en la provincia de La Mar, departamento de Ayacucho, Perú. Según el censo de 2017, tiene una población de 4931 habitantes.

People

Population4,702
Density25/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation2,306 ft (703 m)
Population4,702
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation2,306 ft (703 m)
Coordinates-12.6866°, -73.7353°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,364 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 4,702. The city sits at an elevation of 2,306 feet (703 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Rosa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,306 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above Peru avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,306 ft (703 m)
Area188.9 sq mi (489.3 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates-12.6866°N, 73.7353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.7"
41% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 8.03"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 147 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 85 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 116 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 35 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 109 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 138 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 91 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 148 km
Jul 13, 2024 29 km ESE of Pangoa, Peru M5.1 119 km
Aug 17, 1995 54 km WNW of Pangoa, Peru M5.1 98 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 17 km
Jul 15, 2012 7 km WNW of Cocharcas, Peru M5.0 100 km
Jan 22, 2011 7 km WSW of Pangoa, Peru M5.0 95 km
Feb 19, 2024 11 km NW of Huachocolpa, Peru M4.9 145 km
Feb 26, 2006 4 km NNW of Izcuchaca, Peru M4.8 141 km
Sep 13, 2024 28 km NW of Vilcanchos, Peru M4.8 139 km
Mar 21, 2019 8 km E of Huancavelica, Peru M4.8 126 km
Aug 11, 2022 24 km SE of Huachocolpa, Peru M4.8 130 km
Aug 7, 1993 59 km SSE of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M4.8 124 km
Jul 11, 1990 10 km WSW of Vilcanchos, Peru M4.7 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 7.8 in
February 69°F (21°C) 7.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 8.0 in Wettest
April 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
August 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.5 in
October 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in Warmest
November 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in
December 69°F (21°C) 5.8 in

Santa Rosa has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 67°F in June to 70°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.0") and June the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Santa Rosa

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Alipio Ponce Vasquez
I.E.I. N 425-13 Mx-P-P.Miraflores
Institución Educativa No. 38636
Institución Educativa No. 38598
Institución Educativa 38994-6 Los Heroes De La Paz
Institución Educativa No. 38601
Institución Educativa No. 38443
Institución Educativa 38994-7
Institución Educativa 38994-10
Institución Educativa No. 38394
Institución Educativa No. 38441
Institución Educativa No. 38445
Institución Educativa Maria Parado De Bellido
Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria
Institución Educativa No. 38393
Institución Educativa Jose Galvez
Institución Educativa Anthony Sammit
Institución Educativa No. 38450
Institución Educativa No. 38870
Institución Educativa No. 38448
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Farmers Markets in Santa Rosa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Modelo de Kimbiri
Mercado Modelo de Pichari
Mercado San Francisco

Hotels in Santa Rosa

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atlantec Suite

Restaurants in Santa Rosa

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hostal - Restaurant Dayvis
Marisquería Dorimar boleta

Clinics in Santa Rosa

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Santa Rosa

Airports Near Santa Rosa

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Kiteni AirportSmall Airport
Luisiana AirportSmall Airport
Palmapampa AirportSmall Airport
Pichari AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
708 m (2,323 ft)
Postal Code
05241

🇵🇪 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 4,702 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 188.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches.

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