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Vilavila, Peru

Puno · Peru

Vilavila is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 990. Elevation: 14,091 ft (4,295 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

990 Population 2/sq mi density
14,091 ft Elevation 4,295 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
41.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population990
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation14,091 ft (4,295 m)
Population990
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation14,091 ft (4,295 m)
Coordinates-15.1885°, -70.6598°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation41.0 inches (1,042 mm)
Annual Snowfall26.4 inches (67 cm)

About Vilavila

Vilavila is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 990. The city sits at an elevation of 14,091 feet (4,295 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Vilavila has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 41.0 inches. The area receives 26.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 14,091 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below Peru avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation14,091 ft (4,295 m)
Area531.6 sq mi (1,376.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-15.1885°N, 70.6598°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.0"
8% above Peru avg
Snowfall 26.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.64"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

470 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 50 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 76 km
May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 147 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 131 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 146 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 20 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 28 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 127 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 40 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 100 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 65 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 130 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 45 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 50 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 88 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 24 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 100 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 109 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 30 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 26 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (135 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 135 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 145 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 145 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 159 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 173 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 7.6 in Wettest
February 44°F (7°C) 7.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 5.9 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.0 in
May 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in
June 37°F (3°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in
August 38°F (3°C) 0.4 in
September 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.8 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.8 in Warmest

Vilavila has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 37°F in June to 44°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Vilavila

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 70438
Institución Educativa Pecuario Artesanal
Institución Educativa No. 70440
Institución Educativa No. 70446
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Airports Near Vilavila

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Ventilla 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 Vilavila

What is the population of Vilavila?

Vilavila has a population of 990 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 531.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vilavila?

Vilavila has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 26.4 inches of snow.

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