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Vilcabamba, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Vilcabamba is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 914. Elevation: 9,406 ft (2,867 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 914 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,406 ft (2,867 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.7849°, -76.1772° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.2 inches (1,859 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.1 inches (61 cm) |
About Vilcabamba
Vilcabamba is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 914. The city sits at an elevation of 9,406 feet (2,867 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.9°F |
| 24% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,406 ft (2,867 m) |
| Area | 51.2 sq mi (132.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.7849°N, 76.1772°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| July | 40°F (5°C) | 1.0 in | |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in |
Vilcabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 40°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.8").
Schools in Vilcabamba
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 32023 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Vinchos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32081 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 32079 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32995 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33252 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 32080 Carlos Castillo Rios | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Vilcabamba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kotosh Preinca Culture | ||||
| Museo de Churubamba | ||||
| Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez |
Libraries in Vilcabamba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vilcabamba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Paucarbamba | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista de Puelles | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Huánuco | |||||
| Mercado Viejo de Huánuco |
Stadiums & Teams in Vilcabamba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vilcabamba
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Aguaytia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tingo Maria Airport | TGI | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Vilcabamba
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiología Huánuco | ||
| Cayran | ||
| Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo | ||
| Clínica Roca | ||
| Detecta | ||
| Las Moras | ||
| San Fernando | ||
| San Gabriel | ||
| San Juan | ||
| San Sebastian de Quera | ||
| Santa María | ||
| Tomografías Campos |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Vilcabamba?
Vilcabamba has a population of 914 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 51.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vilcabamba?
Vilcabamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow.