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Chalcos, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Chalcos is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 253. Elevation: 11,975 ft (3,650 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

253 Population 4/sq mi density
11,975 ft Elevation 3,650 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Chalcos

Chalcos

Belén es una comunidad, capital del Distrito de Belén, de la Provincia de Sucre, en el departamento de Ayacucho, Perú.

People

Population253
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation11,975 ft (3,650 m)
Population253
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation11,975 ft (3,650 m)
Coordinates-13.8478°, -73.7533°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,058 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Chalcos

Chalcos is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 253. The city sits at an elevation of 11,975 feet (3,650 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chalcos experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 41.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 11,975 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below Peru avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,975 ft (3,650 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-13.8478°N, 73.7533°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.97"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

210 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 86 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 65 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 110 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 124 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 130 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 76 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 79 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 46 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 129 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 85 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 115 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 42 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 111 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 121 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 113 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 74 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 32 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 113 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 141 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 6.6 in
February 54°F (12°C) 6.9 in
March 53°F (12°C) 7.0 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in

Chalcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 51°F in June to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.0") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Chalcos

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa No. 24084
Institución Educativa No. 24111
Institución Educativa No. 24113
Institución Educativa No. 24114
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Farmers Markets in Chalcos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Hualla

Stadiums & Teams in Chalcos

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chalcos

3 airports within the area.

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

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,212 m (10,539 ft)
Postal Code
05345

🇵🇪 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 Chalcos

What is the population of Chalcos?

Chalcos has a population of 253 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chalcos?

Chalcos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.

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