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Candarave, Peru
Tacna · Peru
Candarave is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 3,415. Elevation: 11,302 ft (3,445 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Candarave
Candarave is a town in southern Peru. It is the capital of the province of the same name in the department of Tacna.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,415 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,302 ft (3,445 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.2678°, -70.2494° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tacna |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (849 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Candarave
Candarave is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 3,415. The city sits at an elevation of 11,302 feet (3,445 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,302 ft (3,445 m) |
| Area | 217.9 sq mi (564.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.2678°N, 70.2494°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 | 100 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | - | 114 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 59 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (11 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 11 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 30 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 97 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 122 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 154 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 48°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 | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
Candarave has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 43°F in June to 51°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 9.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Candarave
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 42254 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 42260 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 42115 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42220 César Vallejo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 42116 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42080 Simón Bolívar | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42214 Técnico Agropecuario | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 42083 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42114 Glorioso Húsares de Junín | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Fortunato Zora Carvajal | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Simon Bolivar | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion educativa inicial N° 346 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42084 Ciro Alegría Bazán | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Candarave
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complejo Comercial Santa Bárbara | |||||
| Mercado de Alto Camilaca | |||||
| Mercado de Candarave | |||||
| Mercado de Tarata | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Santa rosa de Ticaco |
Clinics in Candarave
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Candarave
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Candarave
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Candarave
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 Candarave
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista del Septimo Dia | |
| Iglesia Adventista San Pedro | |
| Iglesia de Candarave | |
| Iglesia Virgen de Copacabana |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Candarave?
Candarave has a population of 3,415 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 217.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Candarave?
Candarave has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.