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Acpitán, Peru
Apurímac Department · Peru
Acpitán is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 563. Elevation: 10,912 ft (3,326 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 563 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,912 ft (3,326 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.8426°, -72.4161° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Apurímac Department |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.9 inches (1,445 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 66.8 inches (170 cm) |
About Acpitán
Acpitán is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 563. The city sits at an elevation of 10,912 feet (3,326 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,912 ft (3,326 m) |
| Area | 102.4 sq mi (265.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.8426°N, 72.4161°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (121 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 121 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 7.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 7.3 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in |
Acpitán has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 38°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.7") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Acpitán
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 50696 Patron San Isidro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 50692 San Jose | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 50699 Virgen De Asuncion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 50700 Yadquiri | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 51044 Virgen De Las Nieves | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 501143 Huaqquere | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Acpitán
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Salkantay | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| JVM la Estación (Cusco) | baladas | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RAM Cusco | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) | clasicos, cultural | MP3 | |
| JVM la Estación | baladas | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Acpitán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Ferial de Chinchaypujio |
Stadiums & Teams in Acpitán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Acpitán
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | CUZ | Large Airport |
| Huanacopampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamburco 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 Acpitán?
Acpitán has a population of 563 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 102.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Acpitán?
Acpitán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches, with 66.8 inches of snow.