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Chiara, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Chiara is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 566. Elevation: 10,745 ft (3,275 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

566 Population 8/sq mi density
10,745 ft Elevation 3,275 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
70.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population566
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation10,745 ft (3,275 m)
Population566
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation10,745 ft (3,275 m)
Coordinates-13.8672°, -73.6690°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.0 inches (150 cm)

About Chiara

Chiara is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 566. The city sits at an elevation of 10,745 feet (3,275 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chiara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,745 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,745 ft (3,275 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-13.8672°N, 73.6690°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.9"
87% above Peru avg
Snowfall 59.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.97"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

214 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 82 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 74 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 112 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 115 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 85 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 121 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 88 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 49 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 79 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 120 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 34 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 102 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 106 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 125 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 121 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 141 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 66 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 26 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 121 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 6.6 in Coldest
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
July 43°F (6°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

Chiara has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 42°F in January 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 Chiara

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 54190
Institución Educativa Enrique Martinelly Tizon
Cetpro Paqarichiq De Villa Chiara
Institución Educativa No. 54193
Institución Educativa No. 54250
Institución Educativa Santiago De Yaurecc
Institución Educativa No. 54191
Institución Educativa No. 54231
Institución Educativa No. 54208
Institución Educativa Javier Heraud
Institución Educativa Virgen De Las Mercedes
Institución Educativa No. 54503
Institución Educativa San Juan De Cula
Institución Educativa 54209 Virgen De Las Mercedes
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Farmers Markets in Chiara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Talavera

Stadiums & Teams in Chiara

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chiara

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
3,280 m (10,762 ft)
Postal Code
03650

🇵🇪 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 Chiara

What is the population of Chiara?

Chiara has a population of 566 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chiara?

Chiara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow.

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