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Chilcas, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Chilcas is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 252. Elevation: 10,472 ft (3,192 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 252 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,472 ft (3,192 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.1714°, -73.9069° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.3 inches (1,150 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.4 inches (37 cm) |
About Chilcas
Chilcas is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 252. The city sits at an elevation of 10,472 feet (3,192 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,472 ft (3,192 m) |
| Area | 131.0 sq mi (339.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.1714°N, 73.9069°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in |
Chilcas has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 38°F in July to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Chilcas
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 38376 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38672 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38372 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Felipe Santiago Salaverry | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38398 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38661 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38664 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38368 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38370 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38991 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38375 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38374 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ramiro Priale Priale | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38431 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38413 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38720 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38401 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mercedes Cabanillas De Llanos De Mata | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chilcas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Batalla de Ayacucho |
Farmers Markets in Chilcas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos |
Clinics in Chilcas
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chilcas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chilcas
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Luisiana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palmapampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pichari Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Chilcas?
Chilcas has a population of 252 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 131.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chilcas?
Chilcas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 14.4 inches of snow.