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Carapo, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Carapo is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 560. Elevation: 10,568 ft (3,221 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

560 Population 3/sq mi density
10,568 ft Elevation 3,221 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
32.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population560
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation10,568 ft (3,221 m)
Population560
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation10,568 ft (3,221 m)
Coordinates-13.8372°, -74.3155°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation32.3 inches (820 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Carapo

Carapo is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 560. The city sits at an elevation of 10,568 feet (3,221 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Carapo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 10,568 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 42°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below Peru avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,568 ft (3,221 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-13.8372°N, 74.3155°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.3"
15% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

209 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 117 km
Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 147 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 136 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 11 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 104 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 125 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 143 km
Jan 25, 2019 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru M5.7 136 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 16 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 25 km
May 27, 2022 14 km SE of Santiago, Peru M5.5 149 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 58 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 125 km
Aug 3, 2009 27 km ESE of Santiago, Peru M5.3 137 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 119 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 73 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 96 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 144 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 83 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 6.7 in
February 47°F (8°C) 7.0 in
March 47°F (8°C) 7.4 in Wettest
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 42°F (6°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in
September 45°F (7°C) 1.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
November 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in Warmest

Carapo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 42°F in July to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Carapo

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Ananias Sumari Mendoza
Institución Educativa Hipolito Unanue
Institución Educativa No. 38467
Institución Educativa No. 38525
Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Gamez
Institución Educativa No. 38472
Institución Educativa No. 38723
Institución Educativa San Miguel
Institución Educativa Omar Quesada Martinez
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Libraries in Carapo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Parroquial Virgen de la Merced0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Carapo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Carapo

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,512 m (11,523 ft)
Postal Code
05720

🇵🇪 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 Carapo

What is the population of Carapo?

Carapo has a population of 560 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Carapo?

Carapo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches.

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