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Quilcata, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Quilcata is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 662. Elevation: 10,771 ft (3,283 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 662 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,771 ft (3,283 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2459°, -73.4514° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.3 inches (1,126 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 58.8 inches (149 cm) |
About Quilcata
Quilcata is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 662. The city sits at an elevation of 10,771 feet (3,283 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,771 ft (3,283 m) |
| Area | 698.0 sq mi (1,807.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2459°N, 73.4514°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 | 115 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 124 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 147 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (122 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 122 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 156 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in |
Quilcata has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 44°F in August to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Quilcata
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 24265 Cesar Vallejo Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Piloto 6 De Julio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24235 6 De Julio | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Quilcata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Quilcata
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraveli 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 Quilcata?
Quilcata has a population of 662 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 698.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Quilcata?
Quilcata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 58.8 inches of snow.