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Apongo, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Apongo is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 898. Elevation: 10,016 ft (3,053 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

898 Population 5/sq mi density
10,016 ft Elevation 3,053 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population898
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation10,016 ft (3,053 m)
Population898
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation10,016 ft (3,053 m)
Coordinates-14.0133°, -73.9325°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,058 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Apongo

Apongo is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 898. The city sits at an elevation of 10,016 feet (3,053 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Apongo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 41.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 10,016 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below Peru avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,016 ft (3,053 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-14.0133°N, 73.9325°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.32"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

226 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 76 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 46 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 126 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 86 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 137 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 144 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 59 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 23 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 58 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 81 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 142 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 131 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 130 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 112 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 136 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 51 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 112 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 37 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 83 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 6.7 in
February 51°F (11°C) 6.8 in
March 51°F (11°C) 7.3 in Wettest
April 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
December 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in

Apongo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 48°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.3") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Apongo

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 38466
Institución Educativa Fernando Belaunde Terry
Institución Educativa San Esteban
Institución Educativa No. 38459
Institución Educativa Catalina Huanca
Institución Educativa No. 39502
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Farmers Markets in Apongo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Hualla

Stadiums & Teams in Apongo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Apongo

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,060 m (10,040 ft)
Postal Code
05440

🇵🇪 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 Apongo

What is the population of Apongo?

Apongo has a population of 898 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Apongo?

Apongo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.

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