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Usicayos, Peru

Puno · Peru

Usicayos is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 2,409. Elevation: 12,402 ft (3,780 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

2,409 Population 5/sq mi density
12,402 ft Elevation 3,780 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
83.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Usicayos

Usicayos District is one of ten districts of the Carabaya Province in Peru.

People

Population2,409
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation12,402 ft (3,780 m)
Population2,409
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation12,402 ft (3,780 m)
Coordinates-14.1247°, -69.9661°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,112 mm)
Annual Snowfall127.3 inches (323 cm)

About Usicayos

Usicayos is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 2,409. The city sits at an elevation of 12,402 feet (3,780 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Usicayos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 127.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,402 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 38°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,402 ft (3,780 m)
Area442.9 sq mi (1,147.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-14.1247°N, 69.9661°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.1"
119% above Peru avg
Snowfall 127.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.10"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

104 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 16, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 94 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 69 km
Jan 10, 1994 74 km S of Tambopata, Peru M6.9 104 km
Nov 28, 1997 97 km NE of Sandia, Peru M6.7 134 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 114 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 130 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 150 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 103 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 91 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 115 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 56 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 138 km
Mar 10, 1996 33 km SSW of Tambopata, Peru M5.7 141 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 69 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 111 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 146 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 59 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 149 km
Apr 14, 1995 14 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.3 136 km
Jun 27, 2006 12 km WNW of Lampa, Peru M5.3 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (149 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 149 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in
June 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 38°F (3°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
September 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
December 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in Warmest

Usicayos has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in July to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Usicayos

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 72195
Institución Educativa 72744 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus
Institución Educativa Ticcllaccocha
Institución Educativa 72181 Glorioso 827
Institución Educativa Sagrado Corazon De Jesus
Institución Educativa Libertador Simon Bolivar
Institución Educativa Oscoroque
Institución Educativa No. 72205
Institución Educativa Tecnico Agropecuario Industrial
Institución Educativa No. 72225
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Clinics in Usicayos

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Usicayos

Airports Near Usicayos

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
San Rafael AirportSmall 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 Usicayos

What is the population of Usicayos?

Usicayos has a population of 2,409 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 442.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Usicayos?

Usicayos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches, with 127.3 inches of snow.

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