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Velille, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Velille is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 2,883. Elevation: 12,280 ft (3,743 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,883 Population 3/sq mi density
12,280 ft Elevation 3,743 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
65.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population2,883
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain65.1 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation12,280 ft (3,743 m)
Population2,883
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation12,280 ft (3,743 m)
Coordinates-14.5089°, -71.8853°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation65.1 inches (1,653 mm)
Annual Snowfall56.4 inches (143 cm)

About Velille

Velille is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 2,883. The city sits at an elevation of 12,280 feet (3,743 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Velille has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 65.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 56.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,280 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,280 ft (3,743 m)
Area995.2 sq mi (2,577.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-14.5089°N, 71.8853°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.1"
71% above Peru avg
Snowfall 56.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.80"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

474 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 129 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 148 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 120 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 64 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 116 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 143 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 113 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 90 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 90 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 44 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 143 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 84 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 114 km
Mar 16, 2022 10 km SW of Madrigal, Peru M5.5 129 km
Aug 15, 2016 11 km SW of Tapay, Peru M5.5 128 km
Jan 29, 2019 20 km NNW of Ayo, Peru M5.5 124 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 18 km
Dec 20, 1999 33 km ENE of Chichas, Peru M5.4 133 km
Dec 26, 1994 6 km NE of Madrigal, Peru M5.4 119 km
Jun 3, 2023 3 km SSE of Chivay, Peru M5.4 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (68 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 68 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 112 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 142 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 149 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 7.8 in Wettest
February 46°F (8°C) 7.5 in
March 46°F (8°C) 6.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.5 in
June 40°F (4°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 40°F (5°C) 0.2 in
August 40°F (5°C) 0.4 in
September 44°F (7°C) 1.1 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
December 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in Warmest

Velille has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 40°F in June to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Velille

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Velille - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56406 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56382 - - - -
Institución Educativa Antonio Raymondi - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56264 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56427 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56377 - - - -
Institución Educativa Juan De Dios Valencia - - - -
Institución Educativa Velille - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56275 - - - -
IE Juan de Dios Valencia - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56301 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56276 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56431 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56302 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56300 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 56305 - - - -
Institución Educativa 56439 Capitan Hilarion Valencia - - - -
IE Chilloroya - - - -
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Museums in Velille

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Catedral De Santo Tomas

Farmers Markets in Velille

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Modelo de Velille

Hotels in Velille

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Samary
virgen del Carmen

Restaurants in Velille

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Los Ángeles
Que Chevere
Restaurant Jennifer

Clinics in Velille

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Velille

Gas Stations in Velille

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PE #1443238937
PE #733619872

Stadiums & Teams in Velille

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Airports Near Velille

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huanacopampa Airport-Small Airport
Yauri Airport-Small 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 Velille

What is the population of Velille?

Velille has a population of 2,883 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 995.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Velille?

Velille has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches, with 56.4 inches of snow.

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