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Sondondo, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Sondondo is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 566. Elevation: 9,800 ft (2,987 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

566 Population 2/sq mi density
9,800 ft Elevation 2,987 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
44.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population566
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation9,800 ft (2,987 m)
Population566
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation9,800 ft (2,987 m)
Coordinates-14.2980°, -73.9393°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation44.7 inches (1,134 mm)
Annual Snowfall109.8 inches (279 cm)

About Sondondo

Sondondo is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 566. The city sits at an elevation of 9,800 feet (2,987 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Sondondo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°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 44.7 inches. The area receives 109.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,800 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 40°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.7°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,800 ft (2,987 m)
Area365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-14.2980°N, 73.9393°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.7"
18% above Peru avg
Snowfall 109.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.60"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

274 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 52 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 61 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 56 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 101 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 135 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 138 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 73 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 143 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 65 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 9 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 138 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 63 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 138 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 130 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 137 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 56 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 89 km
Mar 23, 2010 12 km NNE of Acarí, Peru M5.2 133 km
Jan 28, 2003 31 km N of Tocota, Peru M5.2 120 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 6.9 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 6.7 in
March 49°F (9°C) 7.6 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in
July 40°F (4°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.5 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
December 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in Warmest

Sondondo has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 39°F in January to 50°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Sondondo

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 24083 Felipe Huaman Poma De Ayala
Institución Educativa Felipe Huaman Poma De Ayala
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Farmers Markets in Sondondo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado De Andamarca

Airports Near Sondondo

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán 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 Sondondo

What is the population of Sondondo?

Sondondo has a population of 566 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 365.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sondondo?

Sondondo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°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 44.7 inches, with 109.8 inches of snow.

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