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Santiago de Quirehuara, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Santiago de Quirehuara is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 225. Elevation: 9,121 ft (2,780 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santiago de Quirehuara
Querco is a remote town and the capital city of the Querco District, a district of the Huaytará province in Peru. Residents own bulls, ducks, sheep, dogs, pigs, and cattle.
People
Climate
| Population | 225 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,121 ft (2,780 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.0561°, -74.9764° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (912 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago de Quirehuara
Santiago de Quirehuara is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 225. The city sits at an elevation of 9,121 feet (2,780 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.0°F |
| 54% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 342 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,121 ft (2,780 m) |
| Area | 241.8 sq mi (626.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.0561°N, 74.9764°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1996 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 14 | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 1.2 in |
Santiago de Quirehuara has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 48°F in June to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santiago de Quirehuara
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 36579 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Quirahuara | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22160 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36550 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24172 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24173 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Area Tecnicas Payllihua | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Santiago de Quirehuara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santiago de Quirehuara?
Santiago de Quirehuara has a population of 225 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 241.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago de Quirehuara?
Santiago de Quirehuara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.