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Achanizo, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Achanizo is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 352. Elevation: 3,593 ft (1,095 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 352 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,593 ft (1,095 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.8051°, -73.9667° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Achanizo
Achanizo is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 352. The city sits at an elevation of 3,593 feet (1,095 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,593 ft (1,095 m) |
| Area | 395.0 sq mi (1,022.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.8051°N, 73.9667°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2001 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 8.8 m | 103 | 62 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 51 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 80 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 58 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (180 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 180 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in |
Achanizo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 57°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 2.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Achanizo
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Juan De La Torre Carcamo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Maria Del Pilar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 40274 Señor De Los Milagros | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Achanizo
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acarí Airbase Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caraveli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaquí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yauca Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Achanizo?
Achanizo has a population of 352 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 395.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Achanizo?
Achanizo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.1 inches.