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Sarhua, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Sarhua is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 1,322. Elevation: 10,033 ft (3,058 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

1,322 Population 8/sq mi density
10,033 ft Elevation 3,058 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
56.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Sarhua

Sarhua

Sarhua is a district in the western Víctor Fajardo Province in Ayacucho, Peru. It is bordered by Vilcanchos District on the west, Totos District on the north, Huamanquiquia District on the east, and Santiago de Lucanamarca District on the south.

People

Population1,322
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation10,033 ft (3,058 m)
Population1,322
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation10,033 ft (3,058 m)
Coordinates-13.6729°, -74.3199°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation56.2 inches (1,427 mm)
Annual Snowfall87.5 inches (222 cm)

About Sarhua

Sarhua is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 1,322. The city sits at an elevation of 10,033 feet (3,058 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Sarhua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 41°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 56.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 87.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,033 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,033 ft (3,058 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-13.6729°N, 74.3199°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.2"
48% above Peru avg
Snowfall 87.5"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.00"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

180 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 131 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 143 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 29 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 143 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 149 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 122 km
Jan 25, 2019 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru M5.7 147 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 27 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 73 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 41 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 137 km
Aug 3, 2009 27 km ESE of Santiago, Peru M5.3 144 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 102 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 103 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 57 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 65 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 62 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 136 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 91 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 7.0 in Wettest
March 50°F (10°C) 6.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.3 in
August 47°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in Warmest
December 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in

Sarhua has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 40°F in January to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.0") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Sarhua

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora de Asunción
Institución Educativa No. 38494
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Libraries in Sarhua

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Parroquial Virgen de la Merced0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Sarhua

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sarhua

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,184 m (10,447 ft)
Postal Code
05850

🇵🇪 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 Sarhua

What is the population of Sarhua?

Sarhua has a population of 1,322 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sarhua?

Sarhua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches, with 87.5 inches of snow.

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