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Colca, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Colca is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 714. Elevation: 9,813 ft (2,991 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
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About Colca
A qullqa (Quechua pronunciation: [ˈqʊʎˌqa] "deposit, storehouse"; was a storage building found along roads and near the cities and political centers of the Inca Empire. These were large stone buildings with roofs thatched with "ichu" grass, or what is known as Peruvian feathergrass. To a "prodigious [extent] unprecedented in the annals of world prehistory" the Incas stored food and other commodities which could be distributed to their armies, officials, conscripted laborers, and, in times of need, to the populace. The uncertainty of agriculture at the high altitudes which comprised most of the Inca Empire was among the factors which probably stimulated the construction of large numbers of qullqas.
People
Climate
| Population | 714 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,813 ft (2,991 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.7126°, -74.0344° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.7 inches (1,339 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.9 inches (20 cm) |
About Colca
Colca is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 714. The city sits at an elevation of 9,813 feet (2,991 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,813 ft (2,991 m) |
| Area | 168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.7126°N, 74.0344°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Colca 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").
Schools in Colca
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 38220 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38475 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38477 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Antonio De Padua | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 38174-1 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38180 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38246 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38608 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38224 | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Colca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Parroquial Virgen de la Merced | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Colca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Hualla |
Stadiums & Teams in Colca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colca
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 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Colca
What is the population of Colca?
Colca has a population of 714 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 Colca?
Colca 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.