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Achaya, Peru

Puno · Peru

Achaya is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 117. Elevation: 12,808 ft (3,904 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

117 Population 0/sq mi density
12,808 ft Elevation 3,904 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
34.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population117
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days364/yr
Elevation12,808 ft (3,904 m)
Population117
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation12,808 ft (3,904 m)
Coordinates-15.2852°, -70.1615°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (881 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.7 inches (25 cm)

About Achaya

Achaya is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 117. The city sits at an elevation of 12,808 feet (3,904 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Climate in Achaya

Achaya has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Nov (11.4°C), the coldest is Jul (5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 548 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.2°C / 52°F 4.4° / 18° 127.3
Feb 11°C / 52°F 4.2° / 17.7° 107.3
Mar 10.8°C / 51°F 3.8° / 17.8° 85.9
Apr 10°C / 50°F 2° / 18.1° 31.9
May 7.7°C / 46°F -2.6° / 18° 9.4
Jun 5.7°C / 42°F -6.2° / 17.6° 2.9
Jul 5.5°C / 42°F -6° / 17° 0.8
Aug 6.6°C / 44°F -4.4° / 17.7° 7.3
Sep 9.2°C / 49°F -0.1° / 18.6° 13.9
Oct 10°C / 50°F 1.1° / 18.9° 36.9
Nov 11.4°C / 53°F 2.7° / 20° 36.5
Dec 11.4°C / 53°F 3.7° / 19° 87.8
Achaya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 364 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. The area receives 9.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,808 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below Peru avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days364 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,808 ft (3,904 m)
Area269.4 sq mi (697.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-15.2852°N, 70.1615°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.7"
9% below Peru avg
Snowfall 9.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

344 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 44 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 64 km
May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 148 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 66 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 41 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 15 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 98 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 148 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 100 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 114 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 21 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 68 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 95 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 32 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 45 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 119 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 117 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 34 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 99 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 25 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (165 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 165 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 178 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 178 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 190 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 5.9 in Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.5 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.1 in
August 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.1 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in

Achaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 45°F in June to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Achaya

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Agropecuario Occoro
Institución Educativa No. 72074
Institución Educativa No. 72620
Institución Educativa No. 72594
Institución Educativa No. 72123
Institución Educativa San Miguel
Institución Educativa No. 72108
Institución Educativa No. 70677
Institución Educativa San Pedro
Institución Educativa No. 72035
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Museums in Achaya

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Arqueológico de Pucara
Museo de Cerámica
Museo Litico Pukara
Museo Municipal
Museo Parroquial
Museo y Biblioteca Municipal

Libraries in Achaya

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Casa de la Cultura0.0
UNAJ0.0
UNAJ0.0

Farmers Markets in Achaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Campo ferial
Laguna Temporal
Laguna Temporal
Mercado 24 de Octubre
Mercado Ccancollani
Mercado Central Santa Barbara
Mercado Cerro Colorado
Mercado de abastos 24 de Junio
Mercado Dominical - Las Mercedes
Mercado Internacional
Mercado La Revolución
Mercado Manco Capac
Mercado Pedro Vilcapaza
Mercado San Camilo
Mercado San José
Mercado San Luis
Mercado Túpac Amaru
Plaza Perú
Plaza Tambopata

Stadiums & Teams in Achaya

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Achaya

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Ventilla AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Achaya

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clínica Americana de Juliaca
Cono Sur
Guadalupe
Policlinico Juliaca - Essalud
Santa Adriana

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Achaya

What is the population of Achaya?

Achaya has a population of 117 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 269.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Achaya?

Achaya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.

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