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Accha, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Accha is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 1,217. Elevation: 11,962 ft (3,646 m). Average temperature: 38°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Accha
Accha district is one of nine districts of the province Paruro in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,217 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,962 ft (3,646 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.9713°, -71.8316° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.0 inches (1,473 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.5 inches (49 cm) |
About Accha
Accha is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 1,217. The city sits at an elevation of 11,962 feet (3,646 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.4°F |
| 29% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,962 ft (3,646 m) |
| Area | 19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.9713°N, 71.8316°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 57 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 6.2 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in |
Accha has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 37°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Accha
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 50377 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 50382 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 50361 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 50379 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 50378 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 50349 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Accha | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 501153 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Accha
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Salkantay | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| JVM la Estación (Cusco) | baladas | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RAM Cusco | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) | clasicos, cultural | MP3 | |
| JVM la Estación | baladas | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Accha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Paruro |
Clinics in Accha
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Accha
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | CUZ | Large Airport |
| Huanacopampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Accha
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Temple of Anansaya | |
| Temple of Urinsaya |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Accha
What is the population of Accha?
Accha has a population of 1,217 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Accha?
Accha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches, with 19.5 inches of snow.