Quicacha, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Quicacha is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 288. Elevation: 5,932 ft (1,808 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 288 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,932 ft (1,808 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.6256°, -73.7984° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.3 inches (186 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Quicacha
Quicacha is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 288. The city sits at an elevation of 5,932 feet (1,808 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,932 ft (1,808 m) |
| Area | 698.0 sq mi (1,807.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.6256°S, 73.7984°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis 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 | 73 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 72 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 99 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 80 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (159 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 159 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in |
Quicacha has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 50°F in July to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Quicacha
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 40304 Estaurofila Negrete | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Antonio De La Piedra | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 40279 Nuestra Señora Del Perpetuo Socorro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 40303 Margarita Villa De Marquez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 40250 | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Quicacha
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Atico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caraveli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jaquí Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yauca Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Quicacha?
Quicacha has a population of 288 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 698.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Quicacha?
Quicacha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 7.3 inches.
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