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Ayahuasi, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Ayahuasi is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 647. Elevation: 11,106 ft (3,385 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

647 Population 2/sq mi density
11,106 ft Elevation 3,385 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population647
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation11,106 ft (3,385 m)
Population647
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation11,106 ft (3,385 m)
Coordinates-15.1466°, -72.7432°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (621 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ayahuasi

Ayahuasi is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 647. The city sits at an elevation of 11,106 feet (3,385 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ayahuasi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 11,106 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 38°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,106 ft (3,385 m)
Area425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-15.1466°N, 72.7432°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.5"
36% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.98"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

681 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 108 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 142 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 89 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 122 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 32 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 99 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 65 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 58 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 108 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 33 km
Oct 15, 1997 10 km NNE of Atico, Peru M5.7 141 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 75 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 103 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 4 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 142 km
Dec 24, 2009 4 km NNW of Achanizo, Peru M5.6 149 km
Sep 8, 1996 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru M5.6 58 km
Aug 25, 2014 12 km SSE of Urasqui, Peru M5.5 116 km
Apr 4, 1990 26 km SE of Urasqui, Peru M5.5 117 km
May 14, 2013 25 km SE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.5 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (54 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 54 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 101 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 119 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 174 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.7 in
February 45°F (7°C) 6.0 in Wettest
March 44°F (7°C) 5.8 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in
May 42°F (5°C) 0.4 in
June 39°F (4°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 38°F (3°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in
September 42°F (5°C) 0.8 in
October 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 0.9 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in Warmest

Ayahuasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in July to 45°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Ayahuasi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 40512 Virgen De Chapi
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Libraries in Ayahuasi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Ayahuasi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Cotahuasi

Stadiums & Teams in Ayahuasi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ayahuasi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caraveli AirportSmall Airport
Orcopampa AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Postal Code
04830

🇵🇪 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 Ayahuasi

What is the population of Ayahuasi?

Ayahuasi has a population of 647 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 425.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ayahuasi?

Ayahuasi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches.

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