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Santo Tomas, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Santo Tomas is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 4,134. Elevation: 12,005 ft (3,659 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

4,134 Population 4/sq mi density
12,005 ft Elevation 3,659 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
65.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Santo Tomas

Santo Tomás is a town in southern Peru, capital of Chumbivilcas Province in Cusco Region.

People

Population4,134
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain65.1 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation12,005 ft (3,659 m)
Population4,134
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation12,005 ft (3,659 m)
Coordinates-14.4456°, -72.0842°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation65.1 inches (1,653 mm)
Annual Snowfall56.4 inches (143 cm)

About Santo Tomas

Santo Tomas is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 4,134. The city sits at an elevation of 12,005 feet (3,659 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santo Tomas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 65.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 56.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,005 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,005 ft (3,659 m)
Area995.2 sq mi (2,577.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-14.4456°N, 72.0842°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.1"
71% above Peru avg
Snowfall 56.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

452 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 149 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 140 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 142 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 86 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 138 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 68 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 111 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 123 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 76 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 140 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 66 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 62 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 103 km
Jan 29, 2019 20 km NNW of Ayo, Peru M5.5 124 km
Aug 15, 2016 11 km SW of Tapay, Peru M5.5 135 km
Mar 16, 2022 10 km SW of Madrigal, Peru M5.5 138 km
Jan 29, 1998 4 km SE of Choco, Peru M5.4 129 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 77 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 143 km
Dec 26, 1994 6 km NE of Madrigal, Peru M5.4 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (85 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 85 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 112 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 151 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 154 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 7.8 in Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 7.4 in
March 48°F (9°C) 6.7 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.4 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
June 42°F (6°C) 0.2 in
July 40°F (5°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 49°F (10°C) 5.0 in Warmest

Santo Tomas has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 40°F in July to 49°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Santo Tomas

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Instituto Superior Pedagógico Santo Tomas
Institución Educativa No. 56320
Institución Educativa No. 56316
Institución Educativa Juan Velasco Alvarado
Institución Educativa 57004 Rosa De America
Institución Educativa Niño Jesus
Los Andes
Institución Educativa Santo Tomas
Institución Educativa No. 56248
Institución Educativa No. 56368
Amauta Divino Maestro
Institución Educativa No. 56310
Institución Educativa Daniel Estrada Perez
Institución Educativa 501377 Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 501247
Institución Educativa No. 56319
Institución Educativa 56249 San Luis De Gonzaga
Institución Educativa No. 56294
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Museums in Santo Tomas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Catedral De Santo Tomas

Farmers Markets in Santo Tomas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Modelo de Velille

Hotels in Santo Tomas

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hostal Miraflores

Restaurants in Santo Tomas

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

D' Rey

Theme Parks in Santo Tomas

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parque T'ikachumpi

Clinics in Santo Tomas

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Policlinico Chumbivilcas

Banks in Santo Tomas

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agente Banco de la Nación
Mi Banco

Stadiums & Teams in Santo Tomas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santo Tomas

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Yauri AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santo Tomas

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Adventista Conde Pampa
Iglesia de Santo Tomás

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,678 m (12,068 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 Santo Tomas

What is the population of Santo Tomas?

Santo Tomas has a population of 4,134 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 995.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santo Tomas?

Santo Tomas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches, with 56.4 inches of snow.

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