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Canchayllo, Peru

Junin · Peru

Canchayllo is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 746. Elevation: 11,841 ft (3,609 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

746 Population 11/sq mi density
11,841 ft Elevation 3,609 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population746
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation11,841 ft (3,609 m)
Population746
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation11,841 ft (3,609 m)
Coordinates-11.8019°, -75.7178°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall51.7 inches (131 cm)

About Canchayllo

Canchayllo is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 746. The city sits at an elevation of 11,841 feet (3,609 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Canchayllo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,841 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,841 ft (3,609 m)
Area67.9 sq mi (175.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-11.8019°N, 75.7178°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.28"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 90 km
Jun 23, 2021 11 km WSW of Mala, Peru M5.9 148 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 144 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 94 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 101 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 125 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 103 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 106 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 141 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 27 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 74 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 47 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 99 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 133 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 126 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 141 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 140 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 63 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 84 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 116 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 47°F (8°C) 5.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in
August 44°F (7°C) 0.7 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
December 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in

Canchayllo has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 39°F in January to 47°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Canchayllo

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria
Institución Educativa 30839 San Juan
Institución Educativa No. 30535
Institución Educativa 30419 Fidel Misari Moreno
Institución Educativa 30001-10
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Radio Stations near Canchayllo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Canchayllo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in Canchayllo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo

Hotels in Canchayllo

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El rodal de las puyas

Train Stations in Canchayllo

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pachacayo

Gas Stations in Canchayllo

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Primax

Stadiums & Teams in Canchayllo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Canchayllo

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Canchayllo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia

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 Canchayllo

What is the population of Canchayllo?

Canchayllo has a population of 746 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Canchayllo?

Canchayllo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.

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