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Iray, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Iray is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 305. Elevation: 7,280 ft (2,219 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

305 Population 0/sq mi density
7,280 ft Elevation 2,219 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
4.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Iray

Iray

Chuquibamba is a town in southern Peru, capital of the province Condesuyos in the region Arequipa. It is the seat of the Territorial Prelature of Chuquibamba.

People

Population305
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain4.3 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation7,280 ft (2,219 m)
Population305
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation7,280 ft (2,219 m)
Coordinates-15.8536°, -72.6297°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation4.3 inches (109 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Iray

Iray is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 305. The city sits at an elevation of 7,280 feet (2,219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Iray has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 4.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,280 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average82.2°F
52% above Peru avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,280 ft (2,219 m)
Area714.8 sq mi (1,851.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-15.8536°N, 72.6297°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.3"
89% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.18"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

816 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jun 23, 2001 6 km SSW of Atico, Peru M8.4 117 km
Apr 3, 1999 6 km SE of Camaná, Peru M6.8 90 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 147 km
Jul 18, 2017 22 km S of Atico, Peru M6.4 124 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 95 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 134 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 23 km
Jun 23, 2001 56 km SSW of Quilca, Peru M6.1 148 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 98 km
Jun 23, 2001 61 km S of Atico, Peru M5.9 148 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 67 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 94 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 57 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 27 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 15 km
Feb 16, 2016 26 km S of Atico, Peru M5.7 123 km
Oct 15, 1997 10 km NNE of Atico, Peru M5.7 107 km
Jun 23, 2001 48 km S of Atico, Peru M5.7 136 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 95 km
Dec 24, 2009 4 km NNW of Achanizo, Peru M5.6 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2001 S. PERU Earthquake 8.8 m 103 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huambo (54 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 54 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 58 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 83 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 123 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 0.9 in Warmest
February 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in Wettest
March 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in
April 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
August 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in

Iray has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 57°F in June to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 3.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.2") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Iray

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 40452 Virgen De Chapi
Institución Educativa 40434 Fray Martin De Porres
Institución Educativa 40449 Nuestra Señora Del Rosario
Institución Educativa No. 40466
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Stadiums & Teams in Iray

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Iray

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caraveli AirportSmall Airport
Orcopampa AirportSmall Airport
Siguas AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,945 m (9,663 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Iray

What is the population of Iray?

Iray has a population of 305 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 714.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Iray?

Iray has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.3 inches.

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