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Urcos, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Urcos is a small city in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 5,479. Elevation: 10,259 ft (3,127 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Urcos
Urcos is a small town in eastern Peru, capital of the province Quispicanchi in the region Cusco. It is home to a small lake and ruins.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,479 |
| Population Density | 86 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,259 ft (3,127 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.6861°, -71.6228° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.4 inches (1,510 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 53.3 inches (135 cm) |
About Urcos
Urcos is a small city in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 5,479. The city sits at an elevation of 10,259 feet (3,127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.9°F |
| 21% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,259 ft (3,127 m) |
| Area | 64.0 sq mi (165.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 86/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.6861°N, 71.6228°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 62 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 5.5 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 42°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
Urcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 42°F in July to 50°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Urcos
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 50502 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santo Domingo de Sallac | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 50763 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 51030 San Martin De Porres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50472 Corazon De Fatima | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Mariano Santos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa La Catolica | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Crfa Waynakunaq Rikcharinan Wasi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50475 Teniente Eduardo Astete Mendoza | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 50473 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50476 San Juan Bautista De La Salle | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 51034 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Urcos
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Salkantay | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| JVM la Estación (Cusco) | baladas | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RAM Cusco | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) | clasicos, cultural | MP3 | |
| JVM la Estación | baladas | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Urcos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Cachina Imperial | |||||
| Mercado de Paruro | |||||
| Mercado de Productores de Ccatcca | |||||
| Mercado Multiuso Cusipata | |||||
| Mercado San Salvador |
Hotels in Urcos
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Urcos
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Urcos
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Urcos
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Urcos
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Urcos
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Urcos
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Urcos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | CUZ | Large Airport |
| Huanacopampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Patria Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Urcos
What is the population of Urcos?
Urcos has a population of 5,479 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 86 people per square mile, spread across 64.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Urcos?
Urcos 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 42°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches, with 53.3 inches of snow.