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Utao, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Utao is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 935. Elevation: 9,278 ft (2,828 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

935 Population 18/sq mi density
9,278 ft Elevation 2,828 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
73.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population935
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain73.2 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation9,278 ft (2,828 m)
Population935
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation9,278 ft (2,828 m)
Coordinates-9.7614°, -76.2131°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation73.2 inches (1,859 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.1 inches (61 cm)

About Utao

Utao is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 935. The city sits at an elevation of 9,278 feet (2,828 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Utao has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 73.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 9,278 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,278 ft (2,828 m)
Area51.2 sq mi (132.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates-9.7614°N, 76.2131°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.2"
93% above Peru avg
Snowfall 24.1"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.47"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

177 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 71 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 121 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 145 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 102 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 130 km
Oct 5, 2016 23 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.3 149 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 129 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 116 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 117 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 102 km
Mar 13, 2018 56 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 146 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 80 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 149 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 99 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 130 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 126 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 84 km
Jan 13, 1997 34 km SSE of San Alejandro, Peru M5.0 145 km
Jun 26, 2008 central Peru M5.0 115 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
March 54°F (12°C) 5.5 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in Driest
July 40°F (5°C) 1.0 in
August 53°F (11°C) 1.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
November 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in Warmest
December 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in

Utao has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 40°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Utao

28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 32743 Santa Rosa De Lima
Institución Educativa No. 32681
Institución educativa No. 32127
Institución Educativa No. 33312
Institución educativa No. 32706
Institución Educativa No. 32728
Institución Educativa Llihuari
Institución Educativa No. 32075
Institución Educativa Tambogan
Institución Educativa No. 32994
Institución Educativa 32076 Javier Pulgar Vidal
Institución Educativa No. 33362
Institución Educativa Buenos Aires De Shacua
Institución Educativa No. 32703
Institución Educativa No. 33365
Institución educativa No. 33134
Institución Educativa No. 33420
Institución educativa No. 32073
Institución Educativa Cegemun 32082
Institución Educativa No. 32082
Institución Educativa No. 33379
Institución Educativa No. 33270
Institución Educativa No. 33511
Institución Educativa No. 33268
Institución Educativa No. 33161
Institución Educativa No. 33502
Institución Educativa No. 33176
Institución Educativa No. 32072
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Museums in Utao

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kotosh Preinca Culture
Museo de Churubamba
Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez

Libraries in Utao

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Central0.0

Farmers Markets in Utao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Paucarbamba
Mercado Mayorista de Puelles
Mercado Modelo de Huánuco
Mercado Viejo de Huánuco

Stadiums & Teams in Utao

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Utao

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Aguaytia AirportSmall Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Pozuzo AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Utao

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cardiología Huánuco
Cayran
Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo
Clínica Roca
Detecta
Las Moras
San Fernando
San Gabriel
San Juan
San Sebastian de Quera
Santa María
Tomografías Campos

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 Utao

What is the population of Utao?

Utao has a population of 935 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 51.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Utao?

Utao has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow.

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