Record SL-863106 · Wikidata Q13191013
Uqhu
No list classifications
Elevation
5,100
m
16,732 ft
Prominence
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Isolation
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Coordinates
11.5225° S,
76.2464° W
Grid ref
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Contour figure · generated from position
Description
WikipediaUqhu (Quechua for swamp, Hispanicized spelling Uco) or Ukhu (Quechua for deep) is a mountain in the Andes of Peru, about 5,100 metres (16,732 ft) high. It is located in the Junín Region, Yauli Province, Marcapomacocha District. Uqhu lies northwest of Yuraqqucha and Pukaqucha. It is situated northeast of a plain called Pampa Uqhu ("swamp plain", Hispanicized Pampa Uco). Uqhu is also the name of the little lake west of the mountain.
Best months
Hiking score 0–100 · 10-yr climate averagesRows beneath each bar: mean temperature, monthly precipitation. Highest-scoring month in red.
Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rajuntay | 5,475 m | S 177° | 2.2 km |
| Pukaqucha (Junín-Lima) | 5,100 m | SE 153° | 4.9 km |