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Chilcaymarca, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Chilcaymarca is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 616. Elevation: 12,694 ft (3,869 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

616 Population 1/sq mi density
12,694 ft Elevation 3,869 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
30.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Chilcaymarca

Chilcaymarca

Orcopampa es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Arequipa, provincia de Castilla, distrito de Orcopampa. Es asimismo capital del distrito de Orcopampa. Se encuentra a una altitud de 3796 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 4561 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population616
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation12,694 ft (3,869 m)
Population616
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation12,694 ft (3,869 m)
Coordinates-15.2856°, -72.3780°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation30.4 inches (772 mm)
Annual Snowfall151.1 inches (384 cm)

About Chilcaymarca

Chilcaymarca is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 616. The city sits at an elevation of 12,694 feet (3,869 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chilcaymarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 30.4 inches. The area receives 151.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,694 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below Peru avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,694 ft (3,869 m)
Area425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-15.2856°N, 72.3780°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.4"
20% below Peru avg
Snowfall 151.1"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.90"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

676 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 149 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 103 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 140 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 66 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 80 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 144 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 63 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 55 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 41 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 65 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 16 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 119 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 109 km
Sep 8, 1996 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru M5.6 79 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 44 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 115 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 120 km
Aug 25, 2014 12 km SSE of Urasqui, Peru M5.5 122 km
Apr 4, 1990 26 km SE of Urasqui, Peru M5.5 118 km
Mar 16, 2022 10 km SW of Madrigal, Peru M5.5 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (16 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 16 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 66 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 79 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 136 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 166 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in Wettest
March 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.1 in
May 42°F (6°C) 0.3 in
June 39°F (4°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 37°F (3°C) 0.1 in
August 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in
September 42°F (6°C) 0.5 in
October 44°F (7°C) 0.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
December 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Warmest

Chilcaymarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 35°F in January to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Chilcaymarca

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 40351
Institución Educativa 40459 San Roque
Institución Educativa 40352 Benjamin Gomez Yancapallo
Institución Educativa No. 40340
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Farmers Markets in Chilcaymarca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Chilcaymarca

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Orcopampa AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,796 m (12,455 ft)
Postal Code
04656

🇵🇪 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 Chilcaymarca

What is the population of Chilcaymarca?

Chilcaymarca has a population of 616 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 425.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chilcaymarca?

Chilcaymarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches, with 151.1 inches of snow.

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