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Atiquipa, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Atiquipa is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 137. Elevation: 1,621 ft (494 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

137 Population 0/sq mi density
1,621 ft Elevation 494 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
0.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population137
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain0.4 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Population137
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Coordinates-15.7958°, -74.3636°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation0.4 inches (9 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Atiquipa

Atiquipa is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 137. The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet (494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Atiquipa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 0.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above Peru avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Area395.0 sq mi (1,022.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-15.7958°N, 74.3636°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 0.4"
99% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.08"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

682 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jun 23, 2001 6 km SSW of Atico, Peru M8.4 93 km
Jun 28, 2024 10 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru M7.2 10 km
Jan 14, 2018 37 km W of Atiquipa, Peru M7.1 37 km
Sep 25, 2013 16 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru M7.1 17 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 52 km
Jul 18, 2017 22 km S of Atico, Peru M6.4 104 km
Jun 29, 2024 34 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru M6.1 35 km
Nov 13, 1996 29 km WSW of San Juan, Peru M6.0 118 km
Jul 1, 1991 50 km SSE of San Juan, Peru M6.0 70 km
Jun 16, 2024 10 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru M6.0 10 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 101 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 118 km
Jun 23, 2001 61 km S of Atico, Peru M5.9 133 km
May 18, 2009 35 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 53 km
Jun 28, 2007 41 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 58 km
Jun 29, 2015 27 km SSE of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 28 km
Jul 12, 2024 24 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 54 km
Sep 28, 2004 21 km WNW of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 21 km
Jan 12, 2001 27 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.7 54 km
May 8, 2019 46 km S of San Juan, Peru M5.7 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis 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 93 km
2024 S. PERU Earthquake 0.2 m 9 km
2018 S. PERU Earthquake 0.2 m 37 km
2013 S. PERU Earthquake 0.1 m 17 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
July 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in
August 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in

Atiquipa has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 62°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and April the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Atiquipa

Institution Type Founded Website
IST Chala College

Schools in Atiquipa

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 40289
Institución Educativa No. 40290
Institución Educativa 41052 Manuel Alva Cabrera
Colegio 40289
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Hotels in Atiquipa

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Puerto Inca

Restaurants in Atiquipa

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Doña Flor
Las Marinas

Clinics in Atiquipa

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puesto de Salud Santa Rosa

Airports Near Atiquipa

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Acarí Airbase AirportSmall Airport
Chala AirportSmall Airport
Jaquí AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Acari AirportSmall Airport
Yauca AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Atiquipa

What is the population of Atiquipa?

Atiquipa has a population of 137 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 395.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Atiquipa?

Atiquipa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.4 inches.

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