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Vilque, Peru

Puno · Peru

Vilque is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 731. Elevation: 12,710 ft (3,874 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

731 Population 12/sq mi density
12,710 ft Elevation 3,874 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population731
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation12,710 ft (3,874 m)
Population731
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation12,710 ft (3,874 m)
Coordinates-15.7667°, -70.2586°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (645 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Vilque

Vilque is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 731. The city sits at an elevation of 12,710 feet (3,874 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Climate in Vilque

Vilque has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Nov (11.4°C), the coldest is Jul (5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 548 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.2°C / 52°F 4.4° / 18° 127.3
Feb 11°C / 52°F 4.2° / 17.7° 107.3
Mar 10.8°C / 51°F 3.8° / 17.8° 85.9
Apr 10°C / 50°F 2° / 18.1° 31.9
May 7.7°C / 46°F -2.6° / 18° 9.4
Jun 5.7°C / 42°F -6.2° / 17.6° 2.9
Jul 5.5°C / 42°F -6° / 17° 0.8
Aug 6.6°C / 44°F -4.4° / 17.7° 7.3
Sep 9.2°C / 49°F -0.1° / 18.6° 13.9
Oct 10°C / 50°F 1.1° / 18.9° 36.9
Nov 11.4°C / 53°F 2.7° / 20° 36.5
Dec 11.4°C / 53°F 3.7° / 19° 87.8
Vilque experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 12,710 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below Peru avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,710 ft (3,874 m)
Area62.9 sq mi (162.8 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-15.7667°N, 70.2586°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

499 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 96 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 118 km
May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 95 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 129 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 83 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 74 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 58 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 140 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 106 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 72 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 114 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 104 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 147 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 59 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 88 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 52 km
Jun 3, 2023 3 km SSE of Chivay, Peru M5.4 143 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 41 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 97 km
Dec 22, 1995 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia M5.3 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (113 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 113 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 141 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 144 km
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 158 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 5.5 in
February 50°F (10°C) 5.6 in Wettest
March 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 44°F (6°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 0.2 in
September 48°F (9°C) 0.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in
November 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in Warmest
December 51°F (10°C) 3.8 in

Vilque has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 44°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Vilque

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa San Juan De Machacmarca
Institución Educativa No. 70719
Institución Educativa No. 70040
Institución Educativa Juan Bustamante Dueñas
Institución Educativa No. 70711
Institución Educativa No. 70060
Institución Educativa No. 70734
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Museums in Vilque

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coca & Customs Museum
Museo Carlos Dreyer
Museo Marina de Guerra

Libraries in Vilque

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Central Universidad nacional del Altiplano0.0
Centro de documentación Puno0.0

Farmers Markets in Vilque

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asociación de Comerciantes San Francisco de Asis
Mercado BellaVista
Mercado Cabanillas
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado de abastos 24 de Junio
Mercado de Ganado y Animales Menores
Mercado Laykakota
Mercado Los Triunfadores
Mercado Niño San Salvador de Alto Puno
Mercado Progreso
Mercado ropa usada deportiva
Mercado ropa usada empieza
mercado ropa usada. empieza. viernes?
Mercado Unión y Dignidad
Mercado Yanacancha
Parador turístico artesanal

Stadiums & Teams in Vilque

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Vilque

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Ventilla AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vilque

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Templo de San Martín

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 Vilque

What is the population of Vilque?

Vilque has a population of 731 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 62.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vilque?

Vilque has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

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