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Tarucuyo, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Tarucuyo is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 506. Elevation: 13,054 ft (3,979 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 506 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,054 ft (3,979 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.8903°, -71.5479° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.3 inches (820 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarucuyo
Tarucuyo is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 506. The city sits at an elevation of 13,054 feet (3,979 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 36°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,054 ft (3,979 m) |
| Area | 337.8 sq mi (875.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.8903°N, 71.5479°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (82 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 82 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 103 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 105 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 122 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 7.1 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 37°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 36°F (2°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 38°F (3°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
Tarucuyo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 36°F in July to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Tarucuyo
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 56346 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56209 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Crfa K'anakunaq Tikarinan Yachaywasi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56217 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56220 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56238 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56445 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56212 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56222 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56345 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56215 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56604 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 501392 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56210 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56606 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Tarucuyo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campo Ferial Nuevo Versalles | |||||
| Mercado Central de Espinar | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de suykutambo |
Stadiums & Teams in Tarucuyo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tarucuyo
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chivay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yauri 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 Tarucuyo?
Tarucuyo has a population of 506 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 337.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarucuyo?
Tarucuyo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 36°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches.