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Cayarani, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Cayarani is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 457. Elevation: 12,890 ft (3,929 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

457 Population 1/sq mi density
12,890 ft Elevation 3,929 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
65.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population457
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain65.1 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation12,890 ft (3,929 m)
Population457
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation12,890 ft (3,929 m)
Coordinates-14.6722°, -72.0219°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation65.1 inches (1,653 mm)
Annual Snowfall56.4 inches (143 cm)

About Cayarani

Cayarani is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 457. The city sits at an elevation of 12,890 feet (3,929 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cayarani has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 65.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 56.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,890 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,890 ft (3,929 m)
Area995.2 sq mi (2,577.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-14.6722°N, 72.0219°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.1"
71% above Peru avg
Snowfall 56.4"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.48"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

543 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 149 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 140 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 114 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 134 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 126 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 80 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 97 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 85 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 102 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 133 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 92 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 120 km
Sep 8, 1996 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru M5.6 149 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 55 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 80 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 92 km
Jan 29, 2019 20 km NNW of Ayo, Peru M5.5 102 km
Mar 16, 2022 10 km SW of Madrigal, Peru M5.5 112 km
Aug 15, 2016 11 km SW of Tapay, Peru M5.5 109 km
Dec 26, 1994 6 km NE of Madrigal, Peru M5.4 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (90 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 90 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 91 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 125 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 129 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 7.2 in
February 42°F (6°C) 7.5 in Wettest
March 42°F (5°C) 6.9 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
May 38°F (3°C) 0.5 in
June 35°F (2°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 40°F (5°C) 0.2 in
August 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in
September 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Warmest

Cayarani has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 35°F in June to 43°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.5") and June the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Cayarani

Institution Type Founded Website
Centro Poblado Checotaña College

Schools in Cayarani

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 56314
Institución Educativa No. 56447
Institución Educativa No. 56311
Institución Educativa No. 40592
Institución Educativa No. 56340
Institución Educativa 40429 Jose Gabriel Condorcanqui
Institución Educativa No. 56308
Institución Educativa 40458 San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa No. 56318
Institución educativa No. 56318
Institución Educativa No. 56304
Institución Educativa No. 56395
Institución Educativa No. 501373
Institución Educativa Antero Efrain Ugarte Vizcarra
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Museums in Cayarani

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Catedral De Santo Tomas

Farmers Markets in Cayarani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Modelo de Velille

Clinics in Cayarani

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pulpera

Stadiums & Teams in Cayarani

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cayarani

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Orcopampa AirportSmall Airport
Yauri AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Cayarani

What is the population of Cayarani?

Cayarani has a population of 457 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 995.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cayarani?

Cayarani has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches, with 56.4 inches of snow.

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