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Aricapampa, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Aricapampa is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 734. Elevation: 8,501 ft (2,591 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

734 Population 3/sq mi density
8,501 ft Elevation 2,591 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
46.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population734
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation8,501 ft (2,591 m)
Population734
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation8,501 ft (2,591 m)
Coordinates-7.8061°, -77.7202°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation46.1 inches (1,170 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)

About Aricapampa

Aricapampa is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 734. The city sits at an elevation of 8,501 feet (2,591 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Aricapampa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,501 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below Peru avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,501 ft (2,591 m)
Area248.5 sq mi (643.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-7.8061°N, 77.7202°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.1"
21% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.54"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 60 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 111 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 135 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 120 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 121 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 132 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 141 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 118 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 29 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 23 km
Apr 9, 2008 14 km SE of Pajarillo, Peru M4.7 137 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 116 km
Feb 15, 1994 38 km N of Tocache, Peru M4.6 138 km
Feb 8, 2009 48 km SE of Huicungo, Peru M4.6 143 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 9 km
Feb 23, 2023 22 km SW of Quiches, Peru M4.6 84 km
Jan 27, 2007 8 km W of Victor Raul, Peru M4.6 145 km
Nov 9, 1994 17 km ESE of Huamachuco, Peru M4.5 24 km
Sep 12, 2024 9 km NE of Mollepata, Peru M4.5 41 km
Jan 7, 2016 20 km NW of Saposoa, Peru M4.5 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 5.5 in
March 57°F (14°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in
August 56°F (14°C) 0.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in Warmest
December 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in

Aricapampa has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 46°F in January to 57°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Aricapampa

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 80815
Institución educativa inicial No. 80166;Institución educativa No. 80166
Institución Educativa No. 81672
Institución Educativa No. 80169
Institución educativa No. 80170
Institución Educativa No. 81648
Institución Educativa No. 80799
Institución Educativa No. 82158
Institución Educativa No. 80765
Institución Educativa No. 81708
Institución Educativa 80137 Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra
Institución Educativa 80136 Horacio Zevallos Gamez
Institución Educativa 80975 Mariano Melgar Valdivieso
Institución Educativa No. 80180
Institución Educativa No. 82156
Institución Educativa 82157 Rafael Larco Hoyle
Institución Educativa No. 82005
Institución Educativa No. 80931
Institución Educativa No. 81694
Institución educativa No. 80167
Institución Educativa No. 80766
Institución Educativa 80190 Santa Rosa
Institución Educativa No. 82018
Institución Educativa 80860 Ricardo Pinillos Martin
Institución educativa No. 80860
Institución Educativa 80905 Mario Vargas Llosa
Institución Educativa No. 81683
Institución Educativa No. 81673
Institución Educativa No. 80746
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Radio Stations near Aricapampa

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Exitosa news, noticias AAC 64 kbps
Radio La Inolvidable UNKNOWN
Radio Mágica 88.3 FM AAC 128 kbps
Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) noticias, reggaeton AAC+ 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Aricapampa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercano Municipal de Retamas

Stadiums & Teams in Aricapampa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Aricapampa

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chagual AirportCGLSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Pias AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall Airport
Urpay AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,620 m (8,596 ft)
Postal Code
13341

🇵🇪 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 Aricapampa

What is the population of Aricapampa?

Aricapampa has a population of 734 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 248.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aricapampa?

Aricapampa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches.

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