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Vilcabamba, Peru
Pasco · Peru
Vilcabamba is a small town in Pasco, Peru with a population of 1,364. Elevation: 11,299 ft (3,444 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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About Vilcabamba
Vilcabamba District is one of eight districts of the province Daniel Alcides Carrión in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,364 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,299 ft (3,444 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.4781°, -76.4475° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Pasco |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,209 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.9 inches (63 cm) |
About Vilcabamba
Vilcabamba is a small town in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 1,364. The city sits at an elevation of 11,299 feet (3,444 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,299 ft (3,444 m) |
| Area | 45.0 sq mi (116.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.4781°N, 76.4475°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 73 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 44°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in |
Vilcabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 43°F in June to 46°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Vilcabamba
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Garcilazo De La Vega | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34202 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34586 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34152 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Centenario | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Vilcabamba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCADO "REAL DE MINAS" | |||||
| Mercado Yanahuanca |
Stadiums & Teams in Vilcabamba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vilcabamba
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
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 1,364 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 45.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vilcabamba?
Vilcabamba has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 24.9 inches of snow.