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Aucara, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Aucara is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 1,030. Elevation: 10,568 ft (3,221 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Aucara
Aucará District is one of twenty-one districts of the Lucanas Province in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,030 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,568 ft (3,221 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.2808°, -73.9761° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,134 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 109.8 inches (279 cm) |
About Aucara
Aucara is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 1,030. The city sits at an elevation of 10,568 feet (3,221 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,568 ft (3,221 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.2808°N, 73.9761°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
Aucara has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 39°F in January to 49°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Aucara
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Andres Avelino Caceres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24102 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Salomon Dumet Jorge | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24105 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24101 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24367 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24076 Virgen De Las Mercedes | - | - | - | - |
| Aucara | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Ces Tecnica Agropecuaria - Aucara | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Aucara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado De Andamarca |
Airports Near Aucara
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Aucara
What is the population of Aucara?
Aucara has a population of 1,030 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 365.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aucara?
Aucara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 109.8 inches of snow.