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Umamarca, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Umamarca is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 730. Elevation: 11,102 ft (3,384 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

730 Population 11/sq mi density
11,102 ft Elevation 3,384 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
70.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population730
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation11,102 ft (3,384 m)
Population730
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation11,102 ft (3,384 m)
Coordinates-14.0530°, -73.5660°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.0 inches (150 cm)

About Umamarca

Umamarca is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 730. The city sits at an elevation of 11,102 feet (3,384 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Umamarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,102 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,102 ft (3,384 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-14.0530°N, 73.5660°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.9"
87% above Peru avg
Snowfall 59.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

245 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 61 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 86 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 149 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 100 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 144 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 98 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 98 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 148 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 105 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 45 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 97 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 102 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 56 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 149 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 12 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 92 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 143 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 90 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 45 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 5 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 6.9 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 6.9 in
March 51°F (10°C) 7.2 in Wettest
April 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 49°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in
July 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 47°F (9°C) 0.7 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in

Umamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 42°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Umamarca

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Jorge Basadre Grhoman
Institución Educativa No. 54520
Institución Educativa No. 54713
Institución Educativa No. 54168
Institución Educativa No. 54341
Institución Educativa No. 54500
Institución Educativa No. 54494
Institución Educativa No. 54169
Institución Educativa Jose Galvez Egusquiza
Institución Educativa No. 54107
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Stadiums & Teams in Umamarca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Umamarca

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,409 m (11,185 ft)
Postal Code
03620

🇵🇪 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 Umamarca

What is the population of Umamarca?

Umamarca has a population of 730 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Umamarca?

Umamarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow.

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