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Santiago de Tucuma, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Santiago de Tucuma is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 594. Elevation: 11,640 ft (3,548 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

594 Population 29/sq mi density
11,640 ft Elevation 3,548 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population594
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation11,640 ft (3,548 m)
Population594
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation11,640 ft (3,548 m)
Coordinates-12.3102°, -74.8923°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)

About Santiago de Tucuma

Santiago de Tucuma is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 594. The city sits at an elevation of 11,640 feet (3,548 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santiago de Tucuma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 11,640 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Peru avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,640 ft (3,548 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-12.3102°N, 74.8923°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.40"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

151 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 122 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 25 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 146 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 65 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 103 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 108 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 108 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 99 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 93 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 61 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 100 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 145 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 17 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 119 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 107 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 119 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 114 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 107 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 69 km
Feb 13, 2019 2 km SE of Paca, Peru M4.9 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 5.0 in Warmest
February 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in Wettest
March 52°F (11°C) 5.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.1 in
June 49°F (10°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in
August 50°F (10°C) 1.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
December 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in

Santiago de Tucuma has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 49°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Santiago de Tucuma

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 31403
Institución Educativa Julio Cesar Tello
Institución Educativa No. 31446
Institución Educativa No. 36549
Institución Educativa No. 31003
Institución Educativa No. 30999
Institución Educativa No. 36535
Institución Educativa Mariscal Caceres
Institución Educativa No. 31500
Institución Educativa No. 31402
Institución Educativa No. 31045
Institución Educativa No. 31000
Institución Educativa No. 31002
Institución Educativa No. 31048
Institución Educativa No. 31053
Institución Educativa No. 36503
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Radio Stations near Santiago de Tucuma

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Libraries in Santiago de Tucuma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bilblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Santiago de Tucuma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Colcabamba
Mercado de Pichos
Mercado Municipal de Pampas

Stadiums & Teams in Santiago de Tucuma

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santiago de Tucuma

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall 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 Santiago de Tucuma

What is the population of Santiago de Tucuma?

Santiago de Tucuma has a population of 594 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago de Tucuma?

Santiago de Tucuma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

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