Coldest Cities in Peru

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Peru

1 Carhuamayo 12 30°F

2 Junín 12 30°F

3 Sicuani 08 34°F

4 Orcopampa 04 35°F

5 San Miguel de Cauri 10 36°F

6 Yanacancha 10 36°F

7 Chilca 12 36°F

8 Huancayo 12 36°F

9 Huayucachi 12 36°F

10 San Agustin 12 36°F

11 Pilcomayo 12 36°F

12 Bagua Grande 01 36°F

13 La Rinconada Ana Maria (La Rinconada) 21 38°F

14 La Rinconada 21 38°F

15 Huancane 21 39°F

16 Huayllay 19 39°F

17 Saño 12 39°F

18 Hualhuas 12 39°F

19 Huariaca 19 39°F

20 Puno 21 40°F

21 Santa Ana 08 40°F

22 Puquio 05 40°F

23 Ayacucho 05 40°F

24 Las Nazarenas 05 40°F

25 San Miguel 05 40°F

26 San Jeronimo De Tunan 12 40°F

27 Jauja 12 40°F

28 Chupaca 12 40°F

29 Concepción 12 40°F

30 Sicaya 12 40°F

31 Yauyos 12 40°F

32 San Pedro de Cajas 12 40°F

33 La Oroya 12 40°F

34 Santa Rosa de Sacco 12 40°F

35 Morococha 12 40°F

36 Macusani 21 40°F

37 Huánuco 10 41°F

38 Ambo 10 41°F

39 Huasahuasi 12 41°F

40 Acolla 12 41°F

41 Tarma 12 41°F

42 Huanta 05 42°F

43 Oyón 15 42°F

44 Urcos 08 43°F

45 Ayaviri 21 43°F

46 Celendín 06 43°F

47 Yauri 08 44°F

48 Yungay 02 45°F

49 Yauya 02 45°F

50 Tinyahuarco 19 47°F

51 Cerro de Pasco 19 47°F

52 Yanahuanca 19 47°F

53 Paragsha- San Andres - Jose Carlos Mariategui 19 47°F

54 Yanacancha 19 47°F

55 Chaupimarca 19 47°F

56 Juli 21 47°F

57 Ilave 21 48°F

58 Juliaca 21 48°F

59 Atuncolla 21 48°F

60 Putina 21 48°F

61 Azángaro 21 48°F

62 Quiruvilca 13 49°F

63 Santiago de Chuco 13 49°F

64 Huamachuco 13 49°F

65 Yunguyo 21 50°F

66 Desaguadero 21 50°F

67 Calca 08 50°F

68 Cusco 08 50°F

69 Anta 08 50°F

70 Wanchaq 08 50°F

71 Urubamba 08 50°F

72 Santiago 08 50°F

73 Abancay 03 51°F

74 Tamburco 03 51°F

75 Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo 22 52°F

76 Huallanca 02 53°F

77 Carhuaz 02 53°F

78 Huaraz 02 53°F

79 Centenario 02 53°F

80 Lluta 04 55°F

81 Cajamarca 06 55°F

82 Bambamarca 06 56°F

83 Chota 06 56°F

84 Naranjos 22 56°F

85 Pampas 09 57°F

86 Cajabamba 06 59°F

87 Ascencion 09 60°F

88 Huancavelica 09 60°F

89 Yura 04 62°F

90 Cono Norte 04 62°F

91 Characato 04 62°F

92 Jacobo Hunter 04 62°F

93 Arequipa 04 62°F

94 Tiabaya 04 62°F

95 Selva Alegre 04 62°F

96 Horacio Zeballos Gamez 04 62°F

97 Ciudad Satelite 04 62°F

98 Camaná 04 63°F

99 La Pampa 04 63°F

100 Oxapampa 19 64°F

The coldest cities in Peru experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Carhuamayo has an average annual temperature of just 30°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 30°F average, Carhuamayo experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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