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Quilcate, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
Quilcate is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 509. Elevation: 10,912 ft (3,326 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 509 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,912 ft (3,326 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.8191°, -78.7243° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.9 inches (2,131 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Quilcate
Quilcate is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 509. The city sits at an elevation of 10,912 feet (3,326 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,912 ft (3,326 m) |
| Area | 203.6 sq mi (527.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.8191°N, 78.7243°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in |
Quilcate has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 52°F in June to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.4") and July the driest (1.1").
Schools in Quilcate
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 821443 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821161 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821533 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pabellon Chico | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82884 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821307 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82796 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821132 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cobro Negro | — | — | — | — |
| Baños de Quilcate | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821123 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82811 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821195 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 82010 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82804 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821551 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821550 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Quilcate
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo TV | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Quilcate
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Bambamarca |
Restaurants in Quilcate
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Quilcate
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Quilcate
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagunas 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 Quilcate?
Quilcate has a population of 509 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 203.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Quilcate?
Quilcate has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.9 inches.