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Castrovirreyna, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Castrovirreyna is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 1,449. Elevation: 13,593 ft (4,143 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Castrovirreyna
Castrovirreyna is a town in central Peru, capital of Castrovirreyna Province in Huancavelica Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,449 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,593 ft (4,143 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.2667°, -75.3167° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.4 inches (950 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Castrovirreyna
Castrovirreyna is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 1,449. The city sits at an elevation of 13,593 feet (4,143 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,593 ft (4,143 m) |
| Area | 273.4 sq mi (708.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.2667°N, 75.3167°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 | 140 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 42°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 42°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in |
Castrovirreyna has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 42°F in August to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Castrovirreyna
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 22616 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36596 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Roque | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22006 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa La Virreyna | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22072 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36825 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22008 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Isidro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22640 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36605 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22075 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Castrovirreyna
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Clinics in Castrovirreyna
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Castrovirreyna
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Castrovirreyna
What is the population of Castrovirreyna?
Castrovirreyna has a population of 1,449 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 273.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Castrovirreyna?
Castrovirreyna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.