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Ullusca, Peru

Junin · Peru

Ullusca is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 578. Elevation: 11,286 ft (3,440 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

578 Population 90/sq mi density
11,286 ft Elevation 3,440 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population578
Density90/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation11,286 ft (3,440 m)
Population578
Population Density90 / sq mi
Elevation11,286 ft (3,440 m)
Coordinates-11.8203°, -75.5106°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall51.7 inches (131 cm)

About Ullusca

Ullusca is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 578. The city sits at an elevation of 11,286 feet (3,440 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ullusca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,286 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,286 ft (3,440 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates-11.8203°N, 75.5106°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

180 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 113 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 124 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 127 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 116 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 85 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 136 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 115 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 148 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 118 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 147 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 32 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 149 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 146 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 57 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 148 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 33 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 78 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 140 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 121 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in Wettest
March 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in
July 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in

Ullusca has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 39°F in January to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Ullusca

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 30465 Feliciano Prospero Villaroel Povez
Institución Educativa Almirante Miguel Grau
Institución Educativa No. 30548
Institución Educativa No. 30457
Institucion educativa inicial 627 Angelitos de Jesus
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Radio Stations near Ullusca

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Ullusca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional de Arqueología de Junín
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in Ullusca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
mercado de San Jeronimo
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo de Chupaca
Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción

Restaurants in Ullusca

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Recreo Campestre Camino del Inca

Stadiums & Teams in Ullusca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ullusca

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Ullusca

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca
Sicaya

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 Ullusca

What is the population of Ullusca?

Ullusca has a population of 578 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ullusca?

Ullusca 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 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.

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