Paruro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Paruro
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Village
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 Paruro
Location in Peru
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| Country |  Peru |
| Region | Cusco |
| Province | Paruro |
| District | Paruro |
| Elevation | 3,051 m (10,010 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,750 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (PET) |
Paruro is a town located in the southern part of Peru. It serves as the main town, or capital, of the Paruro Province. This province is part of the larger Cusco Region, which is famous for its history and beautiful landscapes. Paruro is a small community, with about 1,750 people living there as of 2005. It sits high up in the Andes mountains, making it a cool and interesting place.
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Understanding Paruro's Climate
The climate in Paruro is special because of its high elevation, which is about 3,051 meters (or 10,000 feet) above sea level. This means the air is thinner and the temperatures are generally cooler than places closer to the coast. The weather here changes throughout the year, mostly between a rainy season and a drier season.
Temperature Trends in Paruro
Paruro experiences mild temperatures during the day, usually staying around 22 to 25 degrees Celsius (72 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit). The warmest months are typically November and October. However, nights can get quite chilly, especially from May to August. During these months, the temperature can drop close to freezing, sometimes even below zero degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit).
Rainfall Patterns in Paruro
Paruro has a clear rainy season, which usually runs from December to March. January and February are the wettest months, with a lot of rain. The dry season is from May to August, when there is very little rainfall. This pattern of wet and dry seasons is common in many parts of the Andes mountains.
| Climate data for Paruro, elevation 3,070 m (10,070 ft), (1991–2020) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 22.5 (72.5) |
22.2 (72.0) |
22.5 (72.5) |
23.3 (73.9) |
23.1 (73.6) |
22.6 (72.7) |
22.4 (72.3) |
23.5 (74.3) |
24.2 (75.6) |
24.2 (75.6) |
24.8 (76.6) |
23.2 (73.8) |
23.2 (73.8) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 7.9 (46.2) |
7.9 (46.2) |
7.4 (45.3) |
5.4 (41.7) |
2.3 (36.1) |
0.7 (33.3) |
0.3 (32.5) |
2.3 (36.1) |
4.8 (40.6) |
6.4 (43.5) |
7.1 (44.8) |
7.3 (45.1) |
5.0 (41.0) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 151.9 (5.98) |
146.5 (5.77) |
119.4 (4.70) |
40.6 (1.60) |
6.9 (0.27) |
2.5 (0.10) |
4.2 (0.17) |
5.7 (0.22) |
16.9 (0.67) |
55.6 (2.19) |
77.9 (3.07) |
141.9 (5.59) |
770 (30.33) |
| Source: National Meteorology and Hydrology Service of Peru | |||||||||||||
Who Leads Paruro?
Like any town, Paruro has leaders who help manage its daily life and future. The main leader of Paruro is called the Mayor. The Mayor works to make decisions that benefit the community, like improving services or planning new projects.
The Role of the Mayor
The Mayor of Paruro is Adolfo Santiago Fernandez Baca Loaiza. Think of the Mayor as the town's chief executive. They are elected by the people of Paruro to represent them and ensure the town runs smoothly. This includes things like managing local resources and working with other parts of the government in Peru.
See also
In Spanish: Paruro para niños
