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Vilcanchos, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Vilcanchos is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 388. Elevation: 9,820 ft (2,993 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 388 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,820 ft (2,993 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.6117°, -74.5319° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.2 inches (1,427 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 87.5 inches (222 cm) |
About Vilcanchos
Vilcanchos is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 388. The city sits at an elevation of 9,820 feet (2,993 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,820 ft (2,993 m) |
| Area | 168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.6117°N, 74.5319°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
Vilcanchos has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 38°F in July to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Vilcanchos
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 38538 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38537 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38496 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jorge Basadre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38215 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38535 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Manuel Seoane Corrales | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38211 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Maximo Cardenas Sulca | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Vilcanchos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | — | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Vilcanchos?
Vilcanchos has a population of 388 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vilcanchos?
Vilcanchos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches, with 87.5 inches of snow.