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Viques, Peru
Junin · Peru
Viques is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 2,589. Elevation: 9,974 ft (3,040 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Viques
Viques District is one of twenty-eight districts of the province Huancayo in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,589 |
| Population Density | 437 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,974 ft (3,040 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.1597°, -75.2324° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,431 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 159.1 inches (404 cm) |
About Viques
Viques is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 2,589. The city sits at an elevation of 9,974 feet (3,040 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.5°F |
| 32% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,974 ft (3,040 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 437/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.1597°N, 75.2324°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in |
Viques has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 35°F in January to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Viques
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 30181 Virgen De Lourdes | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Julio C. Tello | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Viques
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Viques
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Casa de la Memoria | ||||
| Museo Regional de Arqueología de Junín | ||||
| Warivilca |
Farmers Markets in Viques
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Año Nuevo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Nazaret | |||||
| Centro Comercial Virgen de la Candelaria | |||||
| La Moderna de Chilca | |||||
| mercado de San Jeronimo | |||||
| Mercado Jorge Chávez | |||||
| Mercado La Florida | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Chupaca | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Huancayo | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción | |||||
| Mercado Pío Pata |
Restaurants in Viques
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Viques
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Viques
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Viques
37 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Arcángel | ||
| Auquimarca | ||
| Centro de Atención Primaria II Chilca | ||
| Centro de Atención Primaria III Mantaro Huancayo Cercado | ||
| Centro Médico Las Americas S.A. | ||
| Centro Médico Mega Salud | ||
| Centro Medico Mi Buen Pastor | ||
| Centro Terapeutico Integral | ||
| Chilca | ||
| Chongos Bajo | ||
| Clinica El Carmen | ||
| Clinica Obsterica | ||
| Clínica Ortega | ||
| Clinica Ortega | ||
| Clínica Universal | ||
| Ghemo Lab | ||
| Huancan | ||
| Huari | ||
| Huayucachi | ||
| Incho | ||
| Justicia Paz Y Vida | ||
| La Libertad | ||
| New Life | ||
| ONG Salud Integral Andina | ||
| Ortopedia Good Hope | ||
| Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca | ||
| Pilcomayo | ||
| Policlinico Brevete Huancayo | ||
| Policlinico Del Centro | ||
| Policlínico Metropolitano Huancayo | ||
| Preventiva | ||
| Ray Sin Medicamentos ni Cirugias | ||
| Salud Y Mujer | ||
| San Agustin de Cajas | ||
| San Martin | ||
| Sapallanga | ||
| Sicaya |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Viques
What is the population of Viques?
Viques has a population of 2,589 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 437 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Viques?
Viques has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches, with 159.1 inches of snow.