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Chamaca, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Chamaca is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 689. Elevation: 12,336 ft (3,760 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 689 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,336 ft (3,760 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3024°, -71.8527° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.1 inches (1,653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 56.4 inches (143 cm) |
About Chamaca
Chamaca is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 689. The city sits at an elevation of 12,336 feet (3,760 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,336 ft (3,760 m) |
| Area | 19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3024°N, 71.8527°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 56 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 134 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 165 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 7.6 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 40°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 42°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
Chamaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 40°F in July to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.2") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Chamaca
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 56279 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56366 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56390 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56341 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Simon Bolivar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56281 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56282 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 501245 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56350 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56263 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Daniel Alcides Carrion | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chamaca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catedral De Santo Tomas |
Farmers Markets in Chamaca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Modelo de Velille |
Monuments in Chamaca
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chamaca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chamaca
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huanacopampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yauri Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chamaca?
Chamaca has a population of 689 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chamaca?
Chamaca 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.