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Santa Rosa de Sacco, Peru

Junin · Peru

Santa Rosa de Sacco is a small city in Junin, Peru with a population of 11,257. Elevation: 12,418 ft (3,785 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

11,257 Population 204/sq mi density
12,418 ft Elevation 3,785 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
59.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Santa Rosa de Sacco

Santa Rosa de Sacco District is one of ten districts of the province Yauli in Peru.

People

Population11,257
Density204/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation12,418 ft (3,785 m)
Population11,257
Population Density204 / sq mi
Elevation12,418 ft (3,785 m)
Coordinates-11.5507°, -75.9426°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation59.2 inches (1,505 mm)
Annual Snowfall126.6 inches (322 cm)

About Santa Rosa de Sacco

Santa Rosa de Sacco is a small city in Peru (Junin) with a population of 11,257. The city sits at an elevation of 12,418 feet (3,785 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Climate in Santa Rosa de Sacco

Santa Rosa de Sacco has an average annual temperature of 7.7°C (46°F). The hottest month is Oct (8.6°C), the coldest is Jul (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 92 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.7°C / 46°F 1.1° / 18.4° 16.7
Feb 7.7°C / 46°F 1° / 17.5° 7.5
Mar 7.6°C / 46°F 0.7° / 17.7° 10.5
Apr 8.1°C / 47°F -0.1° / 18.4° 4.9
May 7.9°C / 46°F -1.5° / 18.2° 3.4
Jun 7°C / 45°F -3.1° / 17.5° 3.0
Jul 6.8°C / 44°F -3.7° / 18° 4.9
Aug 7.3°C / 45°F -3° / 18.6° 1.4
Sep 8.1°C / 47°F -1° / 18.3° 2.2
Oct 8.6°C / 48°F 0.3° / 19.8° 4.4
Nov 8.2°C / 47°F 0.6° / 19.1° 8.8
Dec 7.9°C / 46°F 1.1° / 18.7° 24.8
Santa Rosa de Sacco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 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 59.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 126.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,418 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,418 ft (3,785 m)
Area55.1 sq mi (142.8 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates-11.5507°N, 75.9426°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.2"
56% above Peru avg
Snowfall 126.6"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

188 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 65 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 77 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 138 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 102 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 120 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 72 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 137 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 139 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 140 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 88 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 61 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 147 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 142 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 134 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 84 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 122 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 125 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 114 km
Oct 18, 1994 1 km SE of Villa Rica, Peru M5.0 116 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 79 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 145 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 136 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 140 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 126 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.5 in
February 46°F (8°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
March 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 44°F (6°C) 0.9 in
June 42°F (5°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in
September 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
December 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in

Santa Rosa de Sacco has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 39°F in July to 46°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Santa Rosa de Sacco

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 31147 Antonio Raimondi
Institución Educativa 31789 Miguel Grau
Institución Educativa 31746 Francisco Bolognesi
Institución Educativa 31151 Daniel A. Carrion
Institución Educativa La Nueva Esperanza
Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas
Institución Educativa 31362 Heroes Del Cenepa
Institución Educativa Talentos
Institución Educativa No. 31163
Institución Educativa Ingenieria La Oroya
Institución Educativa Jose Galvez Barrenechea
Institución Educativa Amalia Espinoza
Institución Educativa Luz Del Mundo
Institución Educativa 30001-79
Institución Educativa Cesar Abraham Vallejo Mendoza
Institución Educativa 31152 Leoncio Astete Rodriguez
Institución Educativa Roma
Institución Educativa No. 31170
Leoncio Astete
José María Arguedas
Institución Educativa Domingo Savio
Francisco Bolognesi
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Hotels in Santa Rosa de Sacco

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Cielo Hostal
El Emperador
Hospedaje Valentine
Hostal Trujillo's
Hotel El Dorado

Clinics in Santa Rosa de Sacco

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Santa Rosa de Sacco

Gas Stations in Santa Rosa de Sacco

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #517718264
Petro Peru
Petrol Peru
Primax
Repsol

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Rosa de Sacco

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Airports Near Santa Rosa de Sacco

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,745 m (12,287 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Sacco

What is the population of Santa Rosa de Sacco?

Santa Rosa de Sacco has a population of 11,257 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 204 people per square mile, spread across 55.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Rosa de Sacco?

Santa Rosa de Sacco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 126.6 inches of snow.

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