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Yanaoca, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Yanaoca is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 3,913. Elevation: 12,835 ft (3,912 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3,913 Population 16/sq mi density
12,835 ft Elevation 3,912 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
52.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Yanaoca

Yanaoca is a town in southern Peru, capital of Canas Province in Cusco Region.

People

Population3,913
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation12,835 ft (3,912 m)
Population3,913
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation12,835 ft (3,912 m)
Coordinates-14.2181°, -71.4317°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation52.7 inches (1,338 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.0 inches (114 cm)

About Yanaoca

Yanaoca is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 3,913. The city sits at an elevation of 12,835 feet (3,912 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Yanaoca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 45.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,835 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,835 ft (3,912 m)
Area251.0 sq mi (650.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-14.2181°N, 71.4317°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.7"
39% above Peru avg
Snowfall 45.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.17"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

304 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 145 km
Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 148 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 148 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 140 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 142 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 38 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 83 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 135 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 102 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 118 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 118 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 92 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 51 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 136 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 128 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 102 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 76 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 133 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 67 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (10 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 10 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 165 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 180 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 7.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 46°F (8°C) 6.7 in
March 46°F (8°C) 6.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in
May 42°F (6°C) 0.5 in
June 39°F (4°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in
August 40°F (5°C) 0.3 in
September 44°F (7°C) 1.1 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in
December 47°F (8°C) 5.2 in Warmest

Yanaoca has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 39°F in January to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Yanaoca

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Independencia Americana
Institución Educativa No. 56106
Institución Educativa No. 56105
Institución Educativa No. 56107
Institución Educativa Jose Gabriel Condorcanqui
Institución Educativa Fray Martin De Porres
Institución Educativa No. 56083
Institución Educativa No. 56110
Institución Educativa No. 56140
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Libraries in Yanaoca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal de Sicuani0.0

Farmers Markets in Yanaoca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria de Ganados y Vacunos
Mercado Central
Mercado Central de Combapata
Mercado de Langui
Mercado de Yanaoca
Mercado Ferial de Combapata

Hotels in Yanaoca

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel El Inti
La Casa Blanca

Clinics in Yanaoca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yanaoca

Stadiums & Teams in Yanaoca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Yanaoca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Yauri AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yanaoca

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla alta de Chucchucalla “Señor de los milagros”
Capilla Chucchucalla Central “San Pedro y Pablo”
Capilla de Colliri Grande “Virgen de Belen”
Capilla de Laymi
Collana Puquio
Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Dia
Parroquia Santiago Apóstol de Yanaoca

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,925 m (12,878 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Yanaoca

What is the population of Yanaoca?

Yanaoca has a population of 3,913 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 251.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yanaoca?

Yanaoca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 45.0 inches of snow.

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