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Checca, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Checca is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 3,810. Elevation: 13,094 ft (3,991 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Checca
Checca is a town in the Cusco Region of Peru. Its population is 3,810. The city maintains average temperatures of at least 4.1 to 8.1 degrees Celsius throughout the year, with an average precipitation of 837.8 millimeters.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,810 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,094 ft (3,991 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.4735°, -71.3943° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.5 inches (1,587 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 52.7 inches (134 cm) |
About Checca
Checca is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 3,810. The city sits at an elevation of 13,094 feet (3,991 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,094 ft (3,991 m) |
| Area | 251.0 sq mi (650.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.4735°N, 71.3943°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 33 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 146 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 170 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 7.0 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 6.2 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 38°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 40°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
Checca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in June to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Checca
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 56130 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56159 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 501430 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56128 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56467 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56127 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Andres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Elian Karp | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56129 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56455 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56157 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Inteq Kanchan | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56164 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56162 | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Checca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Sicuani | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Checca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de Langui | |||||
| Mercado de Layo |
Bus Stations in Checca
6 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Checca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Checca
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yauri Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Checca
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de Consabamba | |
| Capilla de Parccoma | |
| Capilla de Ventilla “Virgen de la Purificación” |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Checca
What is the population of Checca?
Checca has a population of 3,810 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 251.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Checca?
Checca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.5 inches, with 52.7 inches of snow.