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Yacango, Peru

Moquegua Department · Peru

Yacango is a small town in Moquegua Department, Peru with a population of 951. Elevation: 6,916 ft (2,108 m). Average temperature: 91°F (33°C).

Data updated June 2026

951 Population 1/sq mi density
6,916 ft Elevation 2,108 meters
91°F Avg Temperature 33°C
10.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Yacango

Yacango

Torata es una localidad peruana capital del distrito homónimo ubicado en la provincia de Mariscal Nieto en el departamento de Moquegua. Se encuentra a una altitud de 2195 m s.n.m. Tenía una población de 830 hab. en 2017.

People

Population951
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp91°F (33°C)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation6,916 ft (2,108 m)
Population951
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,916 ft (2,108 m)
Coordinates-17.0940°, -70.8649°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceMoquegua Department
Average Temperature91°F (33°C)
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation10.7 inches (273 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Yacango

Yacango is a small town in Peru (Moquegua Department) with a population of 951. The city sits at an elevation of 6,916 feet (2,108 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 91°F (33°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 93°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Yacango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 91°F (33°C). Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 10.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,916 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

86°F Jan (30°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average90.6°F
68% above Peru avg
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,916 ft (2,108 m)
Area781.5 sq mi (2,024.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-17.0940°N, 70.8649°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.7"
72% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 0.63"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

770 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

Jul 7, 2001 51 km SW of Punta de Bombón, Peru M7.6 138 km
May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 68 km
Jun 26, 2001 34 km WSW of Pacocha, Peru M6.7 110 km
Dec 12, 1994 45 km E of Estique, Peru M6.3 141 km
May 6, 2010 21 km S of Las Yaras, Peru M6.2 112 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 123 km
May 14, 2012 40 km ENE of Palca, Peru M6.2 150 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 143 km
Dec 15, 1991 14 km SSW of Totoral, Peru M5.9 67 km
Jul 13, 2005 13 km NE of Calana, Peru M5.9 116 km
Apr 16, 2005 34 km ENE of Palca, Peru M5.8 142 km
Jan 27, 2004 31 km SE of El Algarrobal, Peru M5.8 86 km
Jun 23, 2001 21 km S of Pacocha, Peru M5.8 98 km
Aug 3, 2000 59 km SSW of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.8 134 km
Jun 23, 2001 44 km SSW of Mollendo, Peru M5.8 142 km
Oct 25, 1996 9 km NE of Ticaco, Peru M5.7 98 km
Jun 8, 1990 44 km S of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.7 115 km
Aug 26, 2003 20 km ESE of Torata, Peru M5.7 22 km
Jun 23, 2001 33 km SW of Pacocha, Peru M5.6 113 km
Jun 24, 2001 22 km WSW of Pacocha, Peru M5.6 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1604 S. PERU Earthquake 5.0 m 174 88 km
1895 NORTHERN CHILE Earthquake 102 km
1715 PERU Earthquake 24 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutupaca (53 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 53 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 54 km
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 72 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 123 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 135 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 180 km
Taapaca Complex 5,860 m (19,226 ft) -320 183 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 86°F (30°C) 0.6 in
February 62°F (16°C) 0.6 in Wettest
March 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
April 60°F (16°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 0.0 in Coldest
July 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 0.0 in
September 60°F (15°C) 0.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 0.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in

Yacango has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 58°F in June to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.6") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Yacango

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Vidal Herrera Díaz
Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora del Carmen
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Radio Stations near Yacango

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Studio 97 MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Yacango

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Contisuyo

Farmers Markets in Yacango

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria de la Chacra a la Olla
Mercado Carrillo
Mercado de San Antonio

Gas Stations in Yacango

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #3036985169

Stadiums & Teams in Yacango

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Yacango

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Jorge Fernandez Maldon AirportILQMedium Airport
Campamento De Ilo AerodromeSmall Airport
Cesar Torke Podesta AirportSmall Airport
Cuajone Botiflaca AirportSmall Airport
Toquepala AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,195 m (7,202 ft)
Postal Code
18101

🇵🇪 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 Yacango

What is the population of Yacango?

Yacango has a population of 951 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 781.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yacango?

Yacango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 91°F (33°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.7 inches.

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