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Moho
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Moho, Peru is located in Peru
Moho, Peru
Moho, Peru
Location in Peru
Country  Peru
Region Puno
Province Moho
District Moho
Time zone UTC-5 (PET)
 • Summer (DST) UTCciudad delos negros cucus del lago

Moho is a town located in the southern part of Peru. It is the capital of the Moho Province within the Puno Region. The name Moho comes from the Aymara language, where it is called Muju. This town is an important center for the people living in the surrounding areas.

Where is Moho Located?

Moho is situated in the high plains of Peru, close to the famous Lake Titicaca. It's part of the Puno Region, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich cultural history. Being in the Andes mountains, Moho is at a very high elevation.

What's the Weather Like in Moho?

The climate in Moho is typical of high-altitude regions. It has cool temperatures throughout the year. The town experiences a rainy season and a dry season.

Rainy and Dry Seasons

  • The rainy season usually runs from December to March. During these months, Moho gets most of its rainfall.
  • The dry season is from May to August. These months are much colder and have very little rain.

Temperature in Moho

The average daily high temperatures are usually between 13.8°C and 16.6°C (about 57°F to 62°F). Nights can be quite cold, especially during the dry season. Low temperatures can even drop below freezing in June and July.

Climate data for Huaraya Moho, elevation 3,836 m (12,585 ft), (1991–2020)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 14.6
(58.3)
14.7
(58.5)
14.6
(58.3)
14.7
(58.5)
14.5
(58.1)
13.8
(56.8)
13.9
(57.0)
14.7
(58.5)
15.7
(60.3)
16.1
(61.0)
16.6
(61.9)
15.6
(60.1)
15.0
(58.9)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 5.0
(41.0)
4.9
(40.8)
4.2
(39.6)
2.7
(36.9)
0.0
(32.0)
−1.6
(29.1)
−1.9
(28.6)
−0.9
(30.4)
1.3
(34.3)
2.9
(37.2)
3.7
(38.7)
4.6
(40.3)
2.1
(35.7)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 178.4
(7.02)
147.1
(5.79)
102.5
(4.04)
49.6
(1.95)
13.2
(0.52)
7.2
(0.28)
6.0
(0.24)
11.9
(0.47)
31.5
(1.24)
59.3
(2.33)
61.3
(2.41)
138.1
(5.44)
806.1
(31.73)
Source: National Meteorology and Hydrology Service of Peru

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