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Viraco, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Viraco is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 1,102. Elevation: 10,548 ft (3,215 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Viraco
Viraco District is one of fourteen districts of the province Castilla in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,102 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,548 ft (3,215 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.6569°, -72.5253° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.4 inches (772 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 151.1 inches (384 cm) |
About Viraco
Viraco is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 1,102. The city sits at an elevation of 10,548 feet (3,215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 361 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,548 ft (3,215 m) |
| Area | 425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.6569°N, 72.5253°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2001 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 8.8 m | 103 | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 34 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 47 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 73 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 44°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
Viraco has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 35°F in January to 53°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Viraco
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 40576 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 40373 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 40370 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 40371 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 40336 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Viraco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Clinics in Viraco
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Viraco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Viraco
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orcopampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siguas Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Viraco
What is the population of Viraco?
Viraco has a population of 1,102 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 425.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Viraco?
Viraco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches, with 151.1 inches of snow.