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Chincheros, Peru
Apurímac Department · Peru
Chincheros is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 1,797. Elevation: 9,124 ft (2,781 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Chincheros
Chincheros is a town in southern Peru, capital of the province of the same name in the Apurímac Region. As of the last Census in 2012, Chincheros has a total population of 51,583.
The inhabitants are mainly indigenous citizen of Chanka descent, primarily speaking Quechuan languages.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,797 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,124 ft (2,781 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.5183°, -73.7222° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Apurímac Department |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.6 inches (472 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chincheros
Chincheros is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 1,797. The city sits at an elevation of 9,124 feet (2,781 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,124 ft (2,781 m) |
| Area | 69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.5183°N, 73.7222°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in |
Chincheros has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 53°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Chincheros
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Velasco Alvarado | College | — | — |
Schools in Chincheros
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odec - Chincheros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54680 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Casabamba | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54233 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jorge Chavez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54185 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54234 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54195 Nuestra Señora Del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Prite Chincheros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54594 | — | — | — | — |
| Chincheros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Cristobal | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 13 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54194 Amador Galindo Vargas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Crfa Nuestra Señora De Cocharcas | — | — | — | — |
| Superior Tecnológica de Chincheros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54236 | — | — | — | — |
| Ceba - Divino Maestro | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chincheros
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Uripa |
Farmers Markets in Chincheros
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos |
Hotels in Chincheros
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chincheros
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chincheros
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chincheros
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chincheros
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chincheros
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chincheros
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Templo San Juan Bautista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Chincheros
What is the population of Chincheros?
Chincheros has a population of 1,797 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chincheros?
Chincheros enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.