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Ayaviri, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Ayaviri is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 277. Elevation: 12,444 ft (3,793 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

277 Population 15/sq mi density
12,444 ft Elevation 3,793 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Ayaviri

Ccotanca or Ccotancca is a populated place in Huancavelica Region, Peru.

People

Population277
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation12,444 ft (3,793 m)
Population277
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation12,444 ft (3,793 m)
Coordinates-13.7031°, -75.3509°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (950 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ayaviri

Ayaviri is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 277. The city sits at an elevation of 12,444 feet (3,793 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ayaviri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 12,444 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above Peru avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,444 ft (3,793 m)
Area18.3 sq mi (47.4 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-13.7031°N, 75.3509°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
2% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

474 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 11, 2025.

Aug 15, 2007 41 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M8.0 140 km
Nov 12, 1996 60 km SW of Changuillo, Peru M7.7 148 km
Aug 16, 2007 46 km WSW of Santiago, Peru M6.4 106 km
Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 60 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 61 km
Mar 15, 2014 24 km SSW of Paracas, Peru M6.1 112 km
May 16, 1992 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru M6.1 82 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 111 km
Feb 9, 1997 68 km S of Paracas, Peru M6.1 132 km
Nov 13, 1996 54 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M6.1 132 km
Aug 16, 2007 46 km S of Paracas, Peru M6.0 114 km
Aug 18, 2007 7 km NNW of Paracas, Peru M6.0 102 km
Feb 2, 2009 40 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M6.0 131 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 58 km
Aug 17, 2007 44 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.9 135 km
Aug 19, 2007 45 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.8 137 km
Aug 16, 2007 38 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.8 141 km
Nov 15, 1996 30 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M5.8 121 km
Aug 16, 2007 25 km W of Santiago, Peru M5.8 87 km
Jul 2, 2012 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru M5.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 S. PERU Earthquake 10.1 m 596 140 km
1996 S. PERU Earthquake 0.4 m 14 148 km
1687 S. PERU Earthquake 5,000 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
February 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 1.1 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.1 in
September 46°F (8°C) 0.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
November 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in
December 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in

Ayaviri has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 45°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Ayaviri

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Santa Rosa De Acora
Institución Educativa No. 22059
Institución Educativa No. 22201
Institución Educativa No. 22168
Institución Educativa Niño Jesus
Institución Educativa No. 22569
Institución Educativa No. 22062
Institución Educativa No. 22004
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Museums in Ayaviri

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
inkahuasi de Huantara
Inkawasi de Huaytara parking
Samuel Humberto Espinoza Lozano Museum

Airports Near Ayaviri

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguna Choclococha AirportSmall Airport
Las Dunas AirportSmall Airport
San Regis 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 Ayaviri

What is the population of Ayaviri?

Ayaviri has a population of 277 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 18.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ayaviri?

Ayaviri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

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