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Circamarca, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Circamarca is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 694. Elevation: 11,447 ft (3,489 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

694 Population 4/sq mi density
11,447 ft Elevation 3,489 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
52.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Circamarca

Circamarca

Centro Poblado de Circamarca se encuentra al sur de Huamanga, aproximadamente a 3.5 horas de viaje. Es parte del distrito de Huancaraylla, provincia de Víctor Fajardo y departamento de Ayacucho. Cuenta con la administración del gobierno municipal del Centro Poblado de Circamarca. Limita al norte y oeste con Llusita, al este y sur con el distrito de Huancaraylla y la provincia de Víctor Fajardo (Huancapi); y se encuentra a una Altitud 3537 m s. n. m. Por otro, a lo largo del territorio se tiene desde la región natural Yunga hasta Janca o Cordillera. Considerado oficialmente como la Ciudad Ecoturística desde noviembre de 2015, ello por las aguas cristalinas - turquesas y del río Millpu.

People

Population694
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation11,447 ft (3,489 m)
Population694
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation11,447 ft (3,489 m)
Coordinates-13.7255°, -74.1235°
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 Circamarca

Circamarca is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 694. The city sits at an elevation of 11,447 feet (3,489 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.

Circamarca 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 11,447 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

Elevation11,447 ft (3,489 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-13.7255°N, 74.1235°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.7"
39% above Peru avg
Snowfall 7.9"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.85"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

183 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 1, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 114 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 33 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 144 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 115 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 40 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 49 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 58 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 118 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 103 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 82 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 74 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 78 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 70 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 115 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 113 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 130 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 104 km
Jan 31, 2022 15 km SSW of Tambo, Peru M5.0 135 km
May 13, 2019 16 km SW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.0 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 6.4 in
February 50°F (10°C) 6.9 in Wettest
March 50°F (10°C) 6.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 47°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in Warmest
December 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in

Circamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 43°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Circamarca

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Felipe Guaman Poma De Ayala
Institución Educativa No. 38484
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Libraries in Circamarca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Parroquial Virgen de la Merced0.0

Farmers Markets in Circamarca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Hualla

Stadiums & Teams in Circamarca

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Airports Near Circamarca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium 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 Circamarca

What is the population of Circamarca?

Circamarca has a population of 694 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Circamarca?

Circamarca 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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