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Ayamarca, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Ayamarca is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 712. Elevation: 9,941 ft (3,030 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

712 Population 3/sq mi density
9,941 ft Elevation 3,030 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
35.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Ayamarca

Ccuelluccasa is a populated place in Huancavelica Region, Peru.

People

Population712
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation9,941 ft (3,030 m)
Population712
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation9,941 ft (3,030 m)
Coordinates-14.0021°, -75.0491°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation35.9 inches (912 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ayamarca

Ayamarca is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 712. The city sits at an elevation of 9,941 feet (3,030 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ayamarca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 35.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 9,941 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.0°F
54% above Peru avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,941 ft (3,030 m)
Area241.8 sq mi (626.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-14.0021°N, 75.0491°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
6% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.23"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

475 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 8, 2025.

Nov 12, 1996 60 km SW of Changuillo, Peru M7.7 129 km
Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 66 km
Aug 16, 2007 46 km WSW of Santiago, Peru M6.4 120 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 56 km
Mar 15, 2014 24 km SSW of Paracas, Peru M6.1 137 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 76 km
Nov 13, 1996 54 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M6.1 116 km
Feb 9, 1997 68 km S of Paracas, Peru M6.1 143 km
May 16, 1992 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru M6.1 120 km
Aug 18, 2007 7 km NNW of Paracas, Peru M6.0 136 km
Aug 16, 2007 46 km S of Paracas, Peru M6.0 130 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 62 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 129 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 112 km
Aug 16, 2007 25 km W of Santiago, Peru M5.8 100 km
Nov 15, 1996 30 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M5.8 98 km
Jan 25, 2019 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru M5.7 68 km
Jul 2, 2012 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru M5.7 75 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 130 km
Nov 14, 1996 58 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M5.7 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1996 S. PERU Earthquake 0.4 m 14 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in
February 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
March 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in Wettest
April 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 0.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.1 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in

Ayamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in June to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Ayamarca

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 22195
Institución Educativa No. 22155
Institución Educativa No. 36771
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Stadiums & Teams in Ayamarca

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Airports Near Ayamarca

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Las Dunas 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 Ayamarca

What is the population of Ayamarca?

Ayamarca has a population of 712 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 241.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ayamarca?

Ayamarca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.

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