Chapimarca, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Chapimarca is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 403. Elevation: 11,175 ft (3,406 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

403 Population 3/sq mi density
11,175 ft Elevation 3,406 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
82.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population403
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Elevation11,175 ft (3,406 m)
Population403
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation11,175 ft (3,406 m)
Coordinates-13.9748°, -73.0650°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation82.5 inches (2,095 mm)
Annual Snowfall275.8 inches (701 cm)

About Chapimarca

Chapimarca is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 403. The city sits at an elevation of 11,175 feet (3,406 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chapimarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 82.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 275.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,175 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below Peru avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)

Geography

Elevation11,175 ft (3,406 m)
Area140.4 sq mi (363.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates13.9748°S, 73.0650°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.5"
117% above Peru avg
Snowfall 275.8"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.56"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

237 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 135 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 88 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 139 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 145 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 89 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 52 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 131 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 56 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 99 km
Oct 24, 2000 13 km SE of Alca, Peru M5.4 145 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 72 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 59 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 128 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 46 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 41 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 37 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 59 km
Feb 21, 2019 3 km E of Velinga, Peru M5.2 144 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 36 km
Jul 13, 2012 4 km NE of Corculla, Peru M5.1 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (179 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 179 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 7.4 in Coldest
February 56°F (14°C) 7.6 in Wettest
March 56°F (13°C) 7.1 in
April 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in
August 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in Warmest
November 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
December 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in

Chapimarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 33°F in January to 58°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Chapimarca

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Santa Catalina - - - -
Institución Educativa 54312 Fray Martin De Porres - - - -
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Stadiums & Teams in Chapimarca

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Airports Near Chapimarca

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Huanacopampa Airport-Small Airport
Tamburco Airport-Small 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 Chapimarca

What is the population of Chapimarca?

Chapimarca has a population of 403 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 140.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chapimarca?

Chapimarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 82.5 inches, with 275.8 inches of snow.

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