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Zurite, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Zurite is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 1,437. Elevation: 11,168 ft (3,404 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Zurite
Zurite District is one of nine districts of the province Anta in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,437 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,168 ft (3,404 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.4547°, -72.2556° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.1 inches (916 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zurite
Zurite is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 1,437. The city sits at an elevation of 11,168 feet (3,404 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Zurite
Zurite has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Nov (14.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 727 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 359 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,168 ft (3,404 m) |
| Area | 102.4 sq mi (265.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.4547°N, 72.2556°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (126 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 126 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 4.9 in |
Zurite has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.6") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Zurite
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución educativa No. 118 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50124 Joaquin Meseguer | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 50122 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Zurite
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Salkantay | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| JVM la Estación (Cusco) | baladas | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RAM Cusco | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) | clasicos, cultural | MP3 | |
| JVM la Estación | baladas | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Zurite
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alqa Museo de Arte Popular Andino | ||||
| Inca Wasi Casa Museo | ||||
| Museo de la Chicha Yola | ||||
| Museo de Qespiwanka | ||||
| Museo de Sitio | ||||
| Yucay Museum |
Libraries in Zurite
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Urubamba | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zurite
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa Market | |||||
| Chinchero Market | |||||
| Feria Piuraypampa | |||||
| Mercado Artesanal | |||||
| Mercado de Huayllabamba | |||||
| Mercado de Huayllabamba | |||||
| Mercado de Productores de Urubamba | |||||
| Mercado Ferial de Chinchaypujio | |||||
| Mercado Ollantaytambo | |||||
| Plaza Manya Raqui Graft Market | |||||
| Urubamba Market | |||||
| Urubamba Old Market |
Clinics in Zurite
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Zurite
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Zurite
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | CUZ | Large Airport |
| Huanacopampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tamburco Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zurite
What is the population of Zurite?
Zurite has a population of 1,437 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 102.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zurite?
Zurite enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches.