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Capaya, Peru
Apurímac Department · Peru
Capaya is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 276. Elevation: 10,676 ft (3,254 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 276 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,676 ft (3,254 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.1175°, -73.3211° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Apurímac Department |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.9 inches (1,801 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 59.0 inches (150 cm) |
About Capaya
Capaya is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 276. The city sits at an elevation of 10,676 feet (3,254 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,676 ft (3,254 m) |
| Area | 142.9 sq mi (370.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.1175°N, 73.3211°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (180 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in |
Capaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 42°F in January to 56°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Capaya
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 54342 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54304 Virgen Del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54593 | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Capaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Capaya
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Tamburco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Capaya
What is the population of Capaya?
Capaya has a population of 276 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 142.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Capaya?
Capaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow.