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Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 1,025. Elevation: 1,850 ft (564 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,025 Population 2/sq mi density
1,850 ft Elevation 564 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
141.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population1,025
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain141.4 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)
Population1,025
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)
Coordinates-8.6546°, -76.3151°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation141.4 inches (3,593 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca

Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 1,025. The city sits at an elevation of 1,850 feet (564 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 141.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 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 141.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,850 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above Peru avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,850 ft (564 m)
Area617.8 sq mi (1,600.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-8.6546°N, 76.3151°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 141.4"
272% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 13.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 5.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on May 23, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 16 km ESE of San Alejandro, Peru M6.0 139 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 93 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 22 km
Jun 12, 1995 63 km ENE of Uchiza, Peru M5.4 59 km
Aug 6, 2001 23 km WSW of Campo Verde, Peru M5.4 144 km
Apr 10, 2005 59 km ESE of Huicungo, Peru M5.3 120 km
Jul 25, 2015 74 km NW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 74 km
Jun 8, 2017 76 km ENE of Tocache, Peru M5.2 89 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 86 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 17 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 77 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 57 km
Jul 26, 2017 73 km WSW of Contamana, Peru M5.1 149 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 121 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 74 km
Jun 26, 2008 central Peru M5.0 80 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 33 km
May 27, 2016 21 km W of Campo Verde, Peru M5.0 147 km
Jan 13, 1997 34 km SSE of San Alejandro, Peru M5.0 146 km
Mar 28, 2024 31 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M4.9 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 13.2 in Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 12.5 in
March 76°F (24°C) 12.3 in
April 76°F (25°C) 9.6 in
May 76°F (25°C) 7.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 5.3 in
September 76°F (24°C) 5.9 in
October 76°F (25°C) 10.3 in
November 76°F (25°C) 12.0 in Warmest
December 76°F (24°C) 13.0 in

Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 67°F in July to 76°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 113.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.2") and July the driest (5.2").

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Schools in Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Nuevo Cajhan
Institución Educativa No. 392
Institución Educativa No. 33535
Institución Educativa No. 468
Institución Educativa No. 32825
Institución Educativa Nuevo Jaen
Institución Educativa No. 702
Institución Educativa No. 33523
Institución Educativa Antonio Ketin Vidal Herrera
Institución Educativa Buenos Aires
Institución Educativa 33432 Santa Rosa
Institución Educativa No. 32751
Institución Educativa No. 32725
Institución Educativa No. 33499
Institución Educativa No. 33521
Institución Educativa No. 32538
Institución Educativa No. 33526
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Farmers Markets in Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Abasto

Airports Near Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmas del Espino AirportSmall Airport
Playa AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport
Tocache AirportSmall Airport
Uchiza AirportUCZSmall 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 Rosa de Alto Yanajanca

What is the population of Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca?

Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca has a population of 1,025 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 617.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca?

Santa Rosa de Alto Yanajanca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 141.4 inches.

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