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San Salvador de Quije, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

San Salvador de Quije is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 355. Elevation: 10,499 ft (3,200 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

355 Population 5/sq mi density
10,499 ft Elevation 3,200 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
70.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population355
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation10,499 ft (3,200 m)
Population355
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation10,499 ft (3,200 m)
Coordinates-13.9684°, -73.7346°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.0 inches (150 cm)

About San Salvador de Quije

San Salvador de Quije is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 355. The city sits at an elevation of 10,499 feet (3,200 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Salvador de Quije has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,499 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,499 ft (3,200 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-13.9684°N, 73.7346°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.9"
87% above Peru avg
Snowfall 59.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.97"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

231 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 72 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 67 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 99 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 143 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 118 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 124 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 79 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 36 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 79 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 123 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 72 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 134 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 109 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 32 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 123 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 110 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 128 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 20 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 124 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 6.6 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 6.9 in
March 53°F (12°C) 7.0 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in
July 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in

San Salvador de Quije has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 42°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.0") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in San Salvador de Quije

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 24150
Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas
Institución Educativa No. 24148
Institución Educativa No. 24152
Institución Educativa No. 24156
Institución Educativa No. 24602
Institución Educativa El Amauta
Institución Educativa No. 24155
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Farmers Markets in San Salvador de Quije

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Hualla

Stadiums & Teams in San Salvador de Quije

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Salvador de Quije

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 San Salvador de Quije

What is the population of San Salvador de Quije?

San Salvador de Quije has a population of 355 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Salvador de Quije?

San Salvador de Quije has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow.

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