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Chavín, Peru
Ica · Peru
Chavín is a small town in Ica, Peru with a population of 502. Elevation: 10,384 ft (3,165 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 502 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,384 ft (3,165 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.0773°, -75.9132° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ica |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.2 inches (311 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chavín
Chavín is a small town in Peru (Ica) with a population of 502. The city sits at an elevation of 10,384 feet (3,165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,384 ft (3,165 m) |
| Area | 1,153.7 sq mi (2,988.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.0773°N, 75.9132°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 | 82 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 79 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in |
Chavín has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 46°F in June to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chavín
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 22283 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22276 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22659 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22580 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22273 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22275 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22277 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22274 | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Chavín
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chavín
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chavín
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport | PIO | Large Airport |
| Las Plumas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Revalora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Regis Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chavín
What is the population of Chavín?
Chavín has a population of 502 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,153.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chavín?
Chavín has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.2 inches.