Vilcanchos, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Vilcanchos is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 406. Elevation: 9,820 ft (2,993 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

406 Population 2/sq mi density
9,820 ft Elevation 2,993 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population406
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation9,820 ft (2,993 m)
Population406
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation9,820 ft (2,993 m)
Coordinates-13.6117°, -74.5319°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation56.2 inches (1,427 mm)
Annual Snowfall87.5 inches (222 cm)

About Vilcanchos

Vilcanchos is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 406. 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.

Vilcanchos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 87.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,820 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 38°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)

Geography

Elevation9,820 ft (2,993 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates13.6117°S, 74.5319°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.2"
48% above Peru avg
Snowfall 87.5"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.05"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

202 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 3, 2025.

Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 134 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 126 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 40 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 146 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 131 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 135 km
Jul 2, 2012 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru M5.7 146 km
Jan 25, 2019 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru M5.7 135 km
May 6, 2012 14 km SE of Humay, Peru M5.6 139 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 142 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 30 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 93 km
May 27, 2022 14 km SE of Santiago, Peru M5.5 139 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 45 km
May 12, 2021 1 km SE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.5 138 km
Oct 7, 1993 7 km SW of Ica, Peru M5.4 146 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 127 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 43 km
Aug 3, 2009 27 km ESE of Santiago, Peru M5.3 129 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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").

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Schools in Vilcanchos

9 public schools (OpenStreetMap 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 - - - -
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Airports Near Vilcanchos

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Laguna Choclococha Airport-Small Airport
Vilcashuamán Airport-Small 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 Vilcanchos

What is the population of Vilcanchos?

Vilcanchos has a population of 406 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. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches, with 87.5 inches of snow.

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