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Uticyacu, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Uticyacu is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 201. Elevation: 8,261 ft (2,518 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

201 Population 5/sq mi density
8,261 ft Elevation 2,518 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
56.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population201
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation8,261 ft (2,518 m)
Population201
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation8,261 ft (2,518 m)
Coordinates-6.6066°, -78.7938°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation56.7 inches (1,440 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Uticyacu

Uticyacu is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 201. The city sits at an elevation of 8,261 feet (2,518 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Uticyacu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 56.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,261 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,261 ft (2,518 m)
Area42.5 sq mi (110.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-6.6066°N, 78.7938°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.7"
49% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.87"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 126 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 128 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 129 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 138 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 57 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 147 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 136 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 114 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 95 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 95 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 94 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 133 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 78 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 103 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 113 km
May 12, 2015 11 km SSW of Sondorillo, Peru M4.5 150 km
Sep 10, 1999 32 km NW of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.5 140 km
Dec 16, 1995 9 km NNE of Bellavista, Peru M4.5 115 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 39 km
Jun 22, 2023 12 km NW of Tocmoche, Peru M4.4 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
February 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 5.9 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in Coldest
July 62°F (16°C) 1.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
December 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in

Uticyacu has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 58°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Uticyacu

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 10651
Institución Educativa No. 82719
Institución Educativa No. 11152
Institución Educativa No. 10702
Institución Educativa Uticyacu
Institución Educativa No. 11101
Institución Educativa No. 10661
Institución Educativa Marco Abel Carbajal Atencio
Institución Educativa No. 10654
Institución Educativa No. 11181
Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria Bazan
Institución Educativa Cristo Rey
Institución Educativa No. 10705
Institución Educativa Marccos Linares Perez
Institución Educativa No. 10430
Institución Educativa No. 10653
Institución Educativa No. 10657
Institución Educativa Enrrique Caballero Orrego
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Farmers Markets in Uticyacu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Nuevo Oriente
Mercado Santa Celia

Stadiums & Teams in Uticyacu

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Airports Near Uticyacu

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,346 m (7,697 ft)
Postal Code
06605

🇵🇪 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 Uticyacu

What is the population of Uticyacu?

Uticyacu has a population of 201 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Uticyacu?

Uticyacu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches.

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