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Chiara, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Chiara is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 328. Elevation: 11,542 ft (3,518 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

328 Population 0/sq mi density
11,542 ft Elevation 3,518 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
52.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population328
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation11,542 ft (3,518 m)
Population328
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation11,542 ft (3,518 m)
Coordinates-13.2730°, -74.2058°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation52.7 inches (1,339 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)

About Chiara

Chiara is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 328. The city sits at an elevation of 11,542 feet (3,518 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chiara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 11,542 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,542 ft (3,518 m)
Area1,151.1 sq mi (2,981.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-13.2730°N, 74.2058°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.7"
39% above Peru avg
Snowfall 7.9"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.50"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

128 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 75 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 72 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 131 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 87 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 109 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 124 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 122 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 41 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 56 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 144 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 83 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 34 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 112 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 69 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 114 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 82 km
Jul 15, 2012 7 km WNW of Cocharcas, Peru M5.0 56 km
May 13, 2019 16 km SW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.0 89 km
Jan 29, 1994 10 km NW of Pilpichaca, Peru M4.9 95 km
Apr 14, 2014 5 km WNW of Vilca, Peru M4.9 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.7 in
February 52°F (11°C) 6.5 in Wettest
March 52°F (11°C) 6.0 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.9 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in Warmest
December 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in

Chiara has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 43°F in July to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Chiara

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 38783
Institución Educativa 38984-20
Institución Educativa No. 38953
Institución Educativa Crnl. Juan Valer Sandoval
Institución Educativa No. 38035
Institución Educativa No. 38803
Institución Educativa 38984-5
Institución Educativa 38984-21 Liriopata
Institución Educativa No. 38978
Institución Educativa Federico Villareal
Institución Educativa No. 38583
Institución Educativa No. 38093
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Museums in Chiara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa Museo Joaquín López Antay
La Batalla de Ayacucho
Museo Andrés A. Cáceres
Museo De Arqueologia Y Antropologia Hipolito Unanue
Museo de Arte Popular Joaquín López Antay
Museo de la memoria "para que no se repita" ANFASEP
Museo de las Abejas
Museo de sitio Wari
Museo textil

Libraries in Chiara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Central -Efrain Morote Best0.0
Inversiones Continental0.0
Libreria Bazar Estudio0.0
Mercantil Ayacucho0.0

Farmers Markets in Chiara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
12 de abril
Gamarra Lima
Mercado Capillapata
Mercado Capillapata
Mercado de Abastos Andrés F .Vivanco
Mercado Jesus Nazareno
Mercado Magdalena
Mercado Mayorista Las Américas
Mercado Minorista Mariscal Caceres
Mercado Nery García Zárate
Mercado San José
Mercado Señor de Arequipa
Plaza Market

Stadiums & Teams in Chiara

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chiara

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Luisiana AirportSmall Airport
Palmapampa AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall 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 Chiara

What is the population of Chiara?

Chiara has a population of 328 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,151.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chiara?

Chiara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.

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