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Sillapata, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Sillapata is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 504. Elevation: 11,299 ft (3,444 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 504 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,299 ft (3,444 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.7583°, -76.7744° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.3 inches (1,480 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 163.3 inches (415 cm) |
About Sillapata
Sillapata is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 504. The city sits at an elevation of 11,299 feet (3,444 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,299 ft (3,444 m) |
| Area | 33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.7583°N, 76.7744°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 109 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 3.9 in |
Sillapata has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 47°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Sillapata
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 32344 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32827 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32342 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32345 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 32348 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32249 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33355 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32718 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32252 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32347 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32349 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 32255 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 32250 Colegio Nacional | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Sillapata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Mercado Central de La Union | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Sillapata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sillapata
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Sillapata?
Sillapata has a population of 504 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 33.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sillapata?
Sillapata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.3 inches, with 163.3 inches of snow.