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Quilahuani, Peru

Tacna · Peru

Quilahuani is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 3,176. Elevation: 10,548 ft (3,215 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

3,176 Population 15/sq mi density
10,548 ft Elevation 3,215 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
3.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Quilahuani

Quilahuani District is one of six districts of the province Candarave in Peru.

People

Population3,176
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain3.3 in/yr
Sunny Days364/yr
Elevation10,548 ft (3,215 m)
Population3,176
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation10,548 ft (3,215 m)
Coordinates-17.3180°, -70.2585°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceTacna
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation3.3 inches (83 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Quilahuani

Quilahuani is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 3,176. The city sits at an elevation of 10,548 feet (3,215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Quilahuani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 364 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 3.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,548 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above Peru avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days364 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,548 ft (3,215 m)
Area217.9 sq mi (564.4 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-17.3180°N, 70.2585°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.3"
91% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.80"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

915 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 21, 2025.

May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 102 km
Mar 6, 2011 68 km ESE of Palca, Peru M6.3 123 km
Oct 10, 2017 58 km E of Arica, Chile M6.3 149 km
Dec 12, 1994 45 km E of Estique, Peru M6.3 72 km
May 6, 2010 21 km S of Las Yaras, Peru M6.2 88 km
May 14, 2012 40 km ENE of Palca, Peru M6.2 81 km
Apr 1, 1997 73 km SE of Palca, Peru M6.2 134 km
Apr 1, 1997 90 km SE of Palca, Peru M6.2 150 km
Jul 13, 2005 13 km NE of Calana, Peru M5.9 61 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 83 km
Dec 15, 1991 14 km SSW of Totoral, Peru M5.9 29 km
May 17, 1990 48 km SE of Palca, Peru M5.8 108 km
Apr 16, 2005 34 km ENE of Palca, Peru M5.8 73 km
Jun 23, 2001 21 km S of Pacocha, Peru M5.8 129 km
Jan 27, 2004 31 km SE of El Algarrobal, Peru M5.8 104 km
Feb 25, 1990 76 km WSW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia M5.7 144 km
Aug 26, 2003 20 km ESE of Torata, Peru M5.7 48 km
Oct 25, 1996 9 km NE of Ticaco, Peru M5.7 29 km
Aug 9, 2001 71 km SE of Palca, Peru M5.6 129 km
Feb 20, 2003 73 km W of Arica, Chile M5.6 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1604 S. PERU Earthquake 5.0 m 174 96 km
1895 NORTHERN CHILE Earthquake 109 km
1715 PERU Earthquake 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (16 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 16 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 35 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 68 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 101 km
Taapaca Complex 5,860 m (19,226 ft) -320 118 km
Parinacota Stratovolcano 6,336 m (20,787 ft) 290 151 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 0.2 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.0 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 44°F (7°C) 0.1 in
September 47°F (8°C) 0.1 in
October 49°F (9°C) 0.1 in
November 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in
December 51°F (10°C) 0.9 in

Quilahuani has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in June to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Quilahuani

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 42093
Institución Educativa 42128 Marjani
Institución Educativa 42091 Enrique Demetrio Estrada Serrano
Institución Educativa 42091 Enrique Demetrio Estrada Serrano
Institución Educativa 42127 Lucía Quispe Nina
Institución Educativa 42127 Lucía Quispe Nina
Institución Educativa 42033 Enrique López Albújar
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Farmers Markets in Quilahuani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Complejo Comercial Santa Bárbara
Mercado de Alto Camilaca
Mercado de Candarave
Mercado de Tarata
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Santa rosa de Ticaco

Stadiums & Teams in Quilahuani

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Quilahuani

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International AirportTCQMedium Airport
Cesar Torke Podesta AirportSmall Airport
Cuajone Botiflaca AirportSmall Airport
Toquepala AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,415 m (11,205 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 Quilahuani

What is the population of Quilahuani?

Quilahuani has a population of 3,176 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 217.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quilahuani?

Quilahuani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.3 inches.

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