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Acostambo, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Acostambo is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 901. Elevation: 12,818 ft (3,907 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

901 Population 45/sq mi density
12,818 ft Elevation 3,907 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population901
Density45/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation12,818 ft (3,907 m)
Population901
Population Density45 / sq mi
Elevation12,818 ft (3,907 m)
Coordinates-12.3653°, -75.0548°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)

About Acostambo

Acostambo is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 901. The city sits at an elevation of 12,818 feet (3,907 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Acostambo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,818 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above Peru avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,818 ft (3,907 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates-12.3653°N, 75.0548°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

149 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 135 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 10 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 127 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 84 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 120 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 109 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 79 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 102 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 121 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 48 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 30 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 140 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 104 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 108 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 101 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 134 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 70 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 95 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 116 km
Apr 14, 2014 5 km WNW of Vilca, Peru M4.9 22 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 4.8 in Warmest
February 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in Wettest
March 49°F (10°C) 5.1 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.9 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
August 48°F (9°C) 0.9 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
December 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in

Acostambo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 47°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Acostambo

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De La Asuncion
Institución Educativa No. 36527
Institución Educativa No. 31011
Institución Educativa No. 36664
Institución Educativa No. 36589
Institución Educativa No. 31008
Institución Educativa No. 35018
Institución Educativa 30939 Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 31012
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Radio Stations near Acostambo

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Acostambo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Warivilca

Farmers Markets in Acostambo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Pichos
Mercado Municipal de Moya
Mercado Municipal de Pampas

Clinics in Acostambo

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Acostambo

Gas Stations in Acostambo

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quimillo E.I.R.L.

Stadiums & Teams in Acostambo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Acostambo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Acostambo

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Chongos Bajo
Huayucachi
Sapallanga

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 Acostambo

What is the population of Acostambo?

Acostambo has a population of 901 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acostambo?

Acostambo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

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