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Cachora, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Cachora is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 805. Elevation: 9,505 ft (2,897 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

805 Population 6/sq mi density
9,505 ft Elevation 2,897 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Cachora

Cachora

Cachora es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Apurímac, provincia de Abancay, distrito de San Pedro de Cachora, Perú. Se encuentra a una altitud de 2902 m s. n. m. Tenía una población de 703 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population805
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation9,505 ft (2,897 m)
Population805
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation9,505 ft (2,897 m)
Coordinates-13.5123°, -72.8130°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cachora

Cachora is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 805. The city sits at an elevation of 9,505 feet (2,897 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cachora experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,505 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below Peru avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,505 ft (2,897 m)
Area140.4 sq mi (363.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-13.5123°N, 72.8130°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.72"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

161 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 81 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 146 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 84 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 67 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 83 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 145 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 143 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 131 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 92 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 73 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 46 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 96 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 106 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 94 km
Jul 13, 2024 29 km ESE of Pangoa, Peru M5.1 145 km
May 2, 2024 28 km WNW of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.1 36 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 144 km
Dec 26, 1999 11 km WSW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.1 64 km
Aug 10, 1994 central Peru M5.1 46 km
Sep 2, 2019 central Peru M5.0 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (174 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 174 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 7.7 in Wettest
February 52°F (11°C) 7.5 in
March 52°F (11°C) 6.8 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in
August 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in Warmest
November 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
December 53°F (11°C) 5.4 in

Cachora has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 49°F in June to 53°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.7") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Cachora

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 54013 Virgen Del Carmen
Institución Educativa 54012 - Virgen De Fatima
Institución Educativa No. 54014
Institución Educativa No. 54630
Institución Educativa 54015 - Jose Maria Arguedas
Institución Educativa Cachora
Institución Educativa No. 50927
I.E.54013 Virgen del Carmen
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Farmers Markets in Cachora

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Agroecológico La Victoria
Mercado Central Curahuasi
Mercado central de Abastos
Mercado Progreso
Mercado Villa Ampay

Hotels in Cachora

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa del Salcantay
Chiquisca
Choquequirao Guest House
Inka Dream hotel
Mama Queta

Restaurants in Cachora

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Choquequirao
Restaurant in Camp Chiquisca
Tessa Cocina Tradicional Peruana

Dentists in Cachora

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #4890692326

Bus Stations in Cachora

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #5694089627

Stadiums & Teams in Cachora

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cachora

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cachora

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Paccaypata
Iglesia San Pedro de Cachora

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,902 m (9,521 ft)
Postal Code
03110

🇵🇪 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 Cachora

What is the population of Cachora?

Cachora has a population of 805 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 140.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cachora?

Cachora has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

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