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Velinga, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Velinga is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 59. Elevation: 8,809 ft (2,685 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

59 Population 0/sq mi density
8,809 ft Elevation 2,685 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
49.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population59
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation8,809 ft (2,685 m)
Population59
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation8,809 ft (2,685 m)
Coordinates-15.2740°, -73.0223°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation49.5 inches (1,258 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)

About Velinga

Velinga is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 59. The city sits at an elevation of 8,809 feet (2,685 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.

Velinga experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 8,809 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,809 ft (2,685 m)
Area425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-15.2740°N, 73.0223°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.5"
30% above Peru avg
Snowfall 1.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.92"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

714 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jun 23, 2001 6 km SSW of Atico, Peru M8.4 129 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 96 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 137 km
Jul 18, 2017 22 km S of Atico, Peru M6.4 143 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 94 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 144 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 10 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 133 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 65 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 132 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 119 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 66 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 55 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 42 km
Oct 15, 1997 10 km NNE of Atico, Peru M5.7 112 km
Feb 16, 2016 26 km S of Atico, Peru M5.7 144 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 35 km
Aug 11, 2017 18 km ESE of Atico, Peru M5.6 124 km
Dec 24, 2009 4 km NNW of Achanizo, Peru M5.6 116 km
Sep 8, 1996 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru M5.6 33 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 103 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (76 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 76 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 114 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 137 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in
February 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.9 in Wettest
April 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in
June 42°F (6°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 47°F (8°C) 0.1 in
August 42°F (6°C) 0.2 in
September 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in
November 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in
December 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in Warmest

Velinga has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 42°F in June to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Velinga

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 40557
Institución Educativa 40647 Virgen De La Candelaria
Institución Educativa 40541 Santa Rosa De Lima
Institución Educativa No. 40562
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Libraries in Velinga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Velinga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Cotahuasi

Stadiums & Teams in Velinga

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Velinga

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caraveli AirportSmall Airport
Orcopampa AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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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 Velinga

What is the population of Velinga?

Velinga has a population of 59 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 425.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Velinga?

Velinga 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.

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