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Vilca, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Vilca is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 293. Elevation: 11,063 ft (3,372 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

293 Population 15/sq mi density
11,063 ft Elevation 3,372 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population293
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation11,063 ft (3,372 m)
Population293
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation11,063 ft (3,372 m)
Coordinates-12.4775°, -75.1834°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)

About Vilca

Vilca is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 293. The city sits at an elevation of 11,063 feet (3,372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Vilca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 11,063 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above Peru avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,063 ft (3,372 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-12.4775°N, 75.1834°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.59"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

153 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 3, 2025.

Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 140 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 13 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 101 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 111 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 139 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 114 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 74 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 106 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 129 km
Aug 16, 2007 15 km NE of Humay, Peru M5.2 144 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 49 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 48 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 105 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 130 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 94 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 91 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 144 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 82 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 80 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 4.8 in Warmest
February 48°F (9°C) 5.6 in Wettest
March 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
August 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in

Vilca has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 45°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Vilca

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 36146
Institución Educativa No. 36142
Institución Educativa No. 36053
Institución Educativa No. 36060
Institución Educativa Julio Cesar Tello Rojas
Institución Educativa No. 36139
Institución Educativa No. 36387
Institución Educativa No. 36144
Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa No. 36056
Institución Educativa No. 36141
Institución Educativa No. 36096
Institución Educativa No. 36145
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Radio Stations near Vilca

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in Vilca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Pichos
Mercado Municipal de Moya

Stadiums & Teams in Vilca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Vilca

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Choclococha 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 Vilca

What is the population of Vilca?

Vilca has a population of 293 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vilca?

Vilca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

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