Velinga, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Velinga is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 84. Elevation: 8,809 ft (2,685 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 84 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,809 ft (2,685 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2740°, -73.0223° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°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 Velinga
Velinga is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 84. The city sits at an elevation of 8,809 feet (2,685 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°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) |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,809 ft (2,685 m) |
| Area | 425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2740°S, 73.0223°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 | 129 km |
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 |
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").
Schools in Velinga
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap 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 | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Velinga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Velinga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Cotahuasi |
Stadiums & Teams in Velinga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Velinga
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraveli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orcopampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Velinga
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Velinga.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Ushua |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Velinga?
Velinga has a population of 84 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 (8°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow.
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