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Surcubamba, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Surcubamba is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 581. Elevation: 9,760 ft (2,975 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

581 Population 29/sq mi density
9,760 ft Elevation 2,975 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
102.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population581
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain102.3 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation9,760 ft (2,975 m)
Population581
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation9,760 ft (2,975 m)
Coordinates-12.1163°, -74.6302°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation102.3 inches (2,598 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Surcubamba

Surcubamba is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 581. The city sits at an elevation of 9,760 feet (2,975 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Surcubamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 102.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,760 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below Peru avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,760 ft (2,975 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1163°N, 74.6302°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 102.3"
169% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.70"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

165 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 129 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 94 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 61 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 35 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 67 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 124 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 144 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 92 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 132 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 117 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 100 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 28 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 84 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 111 km
Mar 7, 1997 39 km E of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.1 135 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 133 km
Aug 11, 2002 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.1 150 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 107 km
Aug 17, 1995 54 km WNW of Pangoa, Peru M5.1 134 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.7 in Wettest
February 60°F (15°C) 5.4 in
March 60°F (15°C) 5.5 in
April 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 42°F (5°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in Warmest
December 60°F (16°C) 4.5 in

Surcubamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in July to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Surcubamba

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 31408
Institución Educativa No. 31278
Institución Educativa No. 36815
Institución Educativa Mario Vargas Llosa
Institución Educativa No. 31106
Institución Educativa No. 31456
Institución Educativa No. 31471
Institución Educativa No. 30055
Institución Educativa San Pedro
Institución Educativa No. 30973
Institución Educativa Pnp (r) Navio Comun Gavilan
Institución Educativa No. 31114
Institución Educativa No. 36477
Institución Educativa No. 31108
Institución Educativa No. 36583
Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre
Institución Educativa No. 31055
Institución Educativa No. 36662
Institución Educativa No. 36822
Institución Educativa No. 31282
Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas
Institución Educativa No. 30061
Institución Educativa No. 31115
Institución Educativa San Martin De Porres
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Clinics in Surcubamba

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #7082513654

Airports Near Surcubamba

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport
Quempiri AirfieldSmall 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 Surcubamba

What is the population of Surcubamba?

Surcubamba has a population of 581 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 Surcubamba?

Surcubamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.3 inches.

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