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Yuracmayo, Peru

Junin · Peru

Yuracmayo is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 586. Elevation: 11,391 ft (3,472 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

586 Population 7/sq mi density
11,391 ft Elevation 3,472 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population586
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation11,391 ft (3,472 m)
Population586
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation11,391 ft (3,472 m)
Coordinates-11.4698°, -75.5255°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.8 inches (88 cm)

About Yuracmayo

Yuracmayo is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 586. The city sits at an elevation of 11,391 feet (3,472 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Yuracmayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 11,391 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,391 ft (3,472 m)
Area87.6 sq mi (226.9 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-11.4698°N, 75.5255°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Peru avg
Snowfall 34.8"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.84"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

228 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 111 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 131 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 134 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 112 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 88 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 123 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 120 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 146 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 123 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 121 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 87 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 42 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 66 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 125 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 124 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 108 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 104 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 148 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 71 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in
February 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in Wettest
March 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 0.7 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in

Yuracmayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 41°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Yuracmayo

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 30523 Tupac Amaru
Institución Educativa Mariscal Caceres
Institución Educativa Jose Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales
Institución Educativa No. 30824
Institución Educativa 31578 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus
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Farmers Markets in Yuracmayo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 2 de Mayo
Mercado Asuncion
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Techado Tarma

Stadiums & Teams in Yuracmayo

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Airports Near Yuracmayo

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco 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 Yuracmayo

What is the population of Yuracmayo?

Yuracmayo has a population of 586 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 87.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yuracmayo?

Yuracmayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.

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