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Arapa, Peru
Puno · Peru
Arapa is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 907. Elevation: 12,566 ft (3,830 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 907 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,566 ft (3,830 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.1390°, -70.1096° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.4 inches (1,178 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 64.2 inches (163 cm) |
About Arapa
Arapa is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 907. The city sits at an elevation of 12,566 feet (3,830 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,566 ft (3,830 m) |
| Area | 206.0 sq mi (533.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.1390°N, 70.1096°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (171 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 171 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 182 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.6 in |
Arapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 42°F in June to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Arapa
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 72653 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72124 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Arapa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72022 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Villa Betanzos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72613 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72077 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72042 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Yanico Cuturi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72061 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72107 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Impuchi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72722 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mataro Chico | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72710 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72028 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72071 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72013 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72111 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa Maria De Guadalupe | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72030 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Arapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal PEDRO VILCAPAZA | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Santa Rosa | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa II |
Clinics in Arapa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Arapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Arapa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Arapa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Arapa |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Arapa
What is the population of Arapa?
Arapa has a population of 907 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 206.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arapa?
Arapa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 64.2 inches of snow.