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Salamanca, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Salamanca is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 547. Elevation: 10,571 ft (3,222 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 547 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,571 ft (3,222 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.5048°, -72.8342° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.5 inches (1,258 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.6 inches (4 cm) |
About Salamanca
Salamanca is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 547. The city sits at an elevation of 10,571 feet (3,222 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.3°F |
| 12% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,571 ft (3,222 m) |
| Area | 425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.5048°N, 72.8342°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 55 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 84 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 109 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 47°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 53°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
Salamanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 45°F in January to 53°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Salamanca
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 40470 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista De Salamanca | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40436 | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Salamanca
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraveli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orcopampa 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 Salamanca?
Salamanca has a population of 547 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 425.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salamanca?
Salamanca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow.