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Canaria, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Canaria is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 659. Elevation: 9,961 ft (3,036 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

659 Population 4/sq mi density
9,961 ft Elevation 3,036 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population659
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation9,961 ft (3,036 m)
Population659
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation9,961 ft (3,036 m)
Coordinates-13.9214°, -73.9053°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,058 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Canaria

Canaria is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 659. The city sits at an elevation of 9,961 feet (3,036 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Canaria experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 41.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 9,961 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below Peru avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,961 ft (3,036 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-13.9214°N, 73.9053°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

217 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 83 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 48 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 136 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 97 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 137 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 60 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 143 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 61 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 34 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 142 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 87 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 127 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 129 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 106 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 51 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 126 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 111 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 38 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 84 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 6.6 in
February 52°F (11°C) 6.8 in
March 52°F (11°C) 7.1 in Wettest
April 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 49°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
December 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in

Canaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 49°F in June to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Canaria

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 24409
Institución Educativa No. 38464
Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Del Carmen
Institución Educativa No. 38154
Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo
Institución Educativa No. 38480
Institución Educativa Gonzales Prada
Institución Educativa No. 38463
Institución Educativa San Agustin
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Farmers Markets in Canaria

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Hualla

Hotels in Canaria

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Star

Clinics in Canaria

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canaria

Stadiums & Teams in Canaria

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Canaria

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán 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 Canaria

What is the population of Canaria?

Canaria has a population of 659 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Canaria?

Canaria has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.

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