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Camilaca, Peru
Tacna · Peru
Camilaca is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 274. Elevation: 10,407 ft (3,172 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Camilaca
Camilaca es una localidad peruana del distrito homónimo, ubicado en la provincia de Candarave en el departamento de Tacna. Se encuentra a una altitud de 3197 m s. n. m. Tenía una población de 1269 hab. en 1993.
People
Climate
| Population | 274 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,407 ft (3,172 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.2681°, -70.3803° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tacna |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Camilaca
Camilaca is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 274. The city sits at an elevation of 10,407 feet (3,172 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,407 ft (3,172 m) |
| Area | 499.4 sq mi (1,293.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.2681°N, 70.3803°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 90 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | - | 105 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 45 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 22 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 27 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 82 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 89 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 131 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 165 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 0.7 in |
Camilaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in June to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Camilaca
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Víctor Raúl Haya de la Torre | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 42225 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Túpac Amaru II | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42030 Luis Banchero Rossi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42031 Daniel Alcides Carrion | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Camilaca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Alto Camilaca | |||||
| Mercado de Candarave | |||||
| Mercado La Florida | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Mirave |
Stadiums & Teams in Camilaca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Camilaca
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cesar Torke Podesta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Camilaca
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Nueva Camilaca |
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Camilaca?
Camilaca has a population of 274 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 499.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Camilaca?
Camilaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.3 inches.