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Salcabamba, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Salcabamba is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 208. Elevation: 9,692 ft (2,954 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 208 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,692 ft (2,954 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.2020°, -74.7808° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,431 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 159.1 inches (404 cm) |
About Salcabamba
Salcabamba is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 208. The city sits at an elevation of 9,692 feet (2,954 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 36°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.6°F |
| 34% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,692 ft (2,954 m) |
| Area | 20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.2020°N, 74.7808°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 36°F (2°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 4.1 in |
Salcabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 35°F in January to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Salcabamba
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 31099 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36455 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31100 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31316 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30968 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31314 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 35023 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31241 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Alipio Ponce Vasquez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36767 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31240 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Salcabamba
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Libraries in Salcabamba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Salcabamba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Colcabamba | |||||
| Mercado de Pichos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Pampas |
Clinics in Salcabamba
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Salcabamba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salcabamba
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial 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 Salcabamba?
Salcabamba has a population of 208 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salcabamba?
Salcabamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 36°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches, with 159.1 inches of snow.