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Chupaca, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Chupaca is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 623. Elevation: 11,319 ft (3,450 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

623 Population 31/sq mi density
11,319 ft Elevation 3,450 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population623
Density31/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation11,319 ft (3,450 m)
Population623
Population Density31 / sq mi
Elevation11,319 ft (3,450 m)
Coordinates-12.5232°, -74.8295°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)

About Chupaca

Chupaca is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 623. The city sits at an elevation of 11,319 feet (3,450 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chupaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 11,319 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above Peru avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,319 ft (3,450 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates-12.5232°N, 74.8295°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.39"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

141 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 143 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 27 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 149 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 69 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 115 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 109 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 123 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 91 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 83 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 41 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 121 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 79 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 76 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 100 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 84 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 105 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 118 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 94 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 131 km
Nov 4, 2012 22 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M4.9 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 5.1 in Warmest
February 49°F (9°C) 5.4 in Wettest
March 49°F (9°C) 5.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in
August 47°F (9°C) 1.0 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
December 49°F (10°C) 4.2 in

Chupaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 47°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Chupaca

27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 36015
Institución Educativa No. 36340
Institución Educativa No. 36482
Institución Educativa No. 36522
Institución Educativa Santiago Angel De La Paz Antunez De Mayolo Gomero
Institución Educativa No. 36404
Institución Educativa No. 36345
Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo Mendoza
Institución Educativa No. 36335
Institución Educativa No. 36581
Institución Educativa No. 36292
Institución Educativa Alberto Benavides De La Quintana
Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 36738
Institución Educativa No. 36663
Institución Educativa 7 De Junio
Institución Educativa Abraham Valdelomar Pinto
Institución Educativa No. 36594
Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo
Institución Educativa No. 31398
Institución Educativa No. 36369
Institución Educativa No. 36377
Institución Educativa No. 36302
Institución Educativa No. 31397
Institución Educativa No. 31396
Institución Educativa Enrique Lopez Albujar
Institución Educativa No. 30324
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Radio Stations near Chupaca

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Libraries in Chupaca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bilblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Chupaca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mega Centro
Mercado de Colcabamba
Mercado Municipal de Pampas

Hotels in Chupaca

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hostal Chanchita

Restaurants in Chupaca

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante El Profe

Gas Stations in Chupaca

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ES Montes

Stadiums & Teams in Chupaca

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Airports Near Chupaca

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Choclococha 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 Chupaca

What is the population of Chupaca?

Chupaca has a population of 623 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chupaca?

Chupaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

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