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Aplao, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Aplao is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 2,860. Elevation: 2,126 ft (648 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Aplao
Aplao District is one of fourteen districts of the Castilla Province in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,860 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,126 ft (648 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.0758°, -72.4939° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.3 inches (109 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Aplao
Aplao is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 2,860. The city sits at an elevation of 2,126 feet (648 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.7°F |
| 29% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,126 ft (648 m) |
| Area | 911.4 sq mi (2,360.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.0758°N, 72.4939°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 124 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huambo (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 48 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 75 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 75 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in |
Aplao has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 58°F in June to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 4.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Aplao
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Felipe De Neri | - | - | - | - |
| CRAEI Castilla | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 41053 San Tarsicio | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Cristo Rey | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 40440 Corazón de Fátima | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Superior Tecnológico Castilla | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Libertador Castilla | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 40307 Ángela Rendón de Sánchez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora de las Peñas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Tarcisio | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Aplao
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parque Jurásico Querulpa |
Restaurants in Aplao
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Aplao
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Aplao
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Aplao
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Aplao
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Aplao
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mariano Melgar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siguas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vitor Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Aplao
What is the population of Aplao?
Aplao has a population of 2,860 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 911.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aplao?
Aplao enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.3 inches.