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Capillas, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Capillas is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 175. Elevation: 10,810 ft (3,295 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 175 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,810 ft (3,295 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.2931°, -75.5424° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.4 inches (950 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Capillas
Capillas is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 175. The city sits at an elevation of 10,810 feet (3,295 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,810 ft (3,295 m) |
| Area | 1,153.7 sq mi (2,988.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.2931°N, 75.5424°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 115 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in |
Capillas has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 45°F in June to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Capillas
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 22078 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Jose | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22013 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22011 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22077 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22639 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22080 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36756 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22010 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Capillas
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport | PIO | Large Airport |
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Dunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Revalora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Regis Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Capillas?
Capillas has a population of 175 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,153.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Capillas?
Capillas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.