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Quiaca, Peru
Puno · Peru
Quiaca is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 369. Elevation: 8,189 ft (2,496 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 369 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,189 ft (2,496 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.4223°, -69.3450° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.9 inches (1,268 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 117.6 inches (299 cm) |
About Quiaca
Quiaca is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 369. The city sits at an elevation of 8,189 feet (2,496 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.5°F |
| 31% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,189 ft (2,496 m) |
| Area | 556.5 sq mi (1,441.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.4223°N, 69.3450°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 5.3 in |
Quiaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 37°F in January to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Quiaca
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70657 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72577 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario Quiaca | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 72446 Ricardo Palma Soriano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72512 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Quiaca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgen de la Candelaria |
Airports Near Quiaca
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ulla Ulla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Quiaca
What is the population of Quiaca?
Quiaca has a population of 369 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 556.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Quiaca?
Quiaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches, with 117.6 inches of snow.