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Yanaca, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Yanaca is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 648. Elevation: 10,915 ft (3,327 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

648 Population 4/sq mi density
10,915 ft Elevation 3,327 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
82.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Yanaca

Yanaca

Yanaca is a group of ancient, pre-Incan towns located in Peru in Apurimac Region, Aymaraes Province, Yanaca District. These towns were located in the area surrounding the present-day town of Yanaca in the Andes mountain range, between the Quechua and Suni regions.

People

Population648
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation10,915 ft (3,327 m)
Population648
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation10,915 ft (3,327 m)
Coordinates-14.2257°, -73.1601°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation82.5 inches (2,095 mm)
Annual Snowfall275.8 inches (701 cm)

About Yanaca

Yanaca is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 648. The city sits at an elevation of 10,915 feet (3,327 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Yanaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 82.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 275.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,915 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below Peru avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,915 ft (3,327 m)
Area148.8 sq mi (385.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-14.2257°N, 73.1601°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.5"
117% above Peru avg
Snowfall 275.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.36"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

296 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 61 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 133 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 122 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 126 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 52 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 143 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 108 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 134 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 145 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 59 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 109 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 143 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 85 km
Oct 24, 2000 13 km SE of Alca, Peru M5.4 123 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 126 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 44 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 55 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 58 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 46 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (160 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 160 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 7.4 in Coldest, Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 7.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 7.3 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 35°F (2°C) 0.4 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in Warmest
December 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in

Yanaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 33°F in January to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Yanaca

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 54381
Institución Educativa No. 54585
Institución Educativa No. 54333
Institución Educativa 54331 - Yanaca
Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru Ii
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Airports Near Yanaca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,315 m (10,877 ft)
Postal Code
03440

🇵🇪 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 Yanaca

What is the population of Yanaca?

Yanaca has a population of 648 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yanaca?

Yanaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 82.5 inches, with 275.8 inches of snow.

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