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Checcapucara, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Checcapucara is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 571. Elevation: 12,526 ft (3,818 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 571 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,526 ft (3,818 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.1843°, -71.6942° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.7 inches (1,338 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 45.0 inches (114 cm) |
About Checcapucara
Checcapucara is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 571. The city sits at an elevation of 12,526 feet (3,818 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.8°F |
| 28% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,526 ft (3,818 m) |
| Area | 19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.1843°N, 71.6942°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (37 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 37 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 154 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 179 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 7.4 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 6.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 40°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
Checcapucara has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 39°F in January to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.1") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Checcapucara
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 51019 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 51053 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 50923 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Checcapucara | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 50367 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56283 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 51051 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 50803 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Bartolome | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56284 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56405 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56290 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 50081 | — | — | — | — |
Bus Stations in Checcapucara
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Checcapucara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Checcapucara
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | CUZ | Large Airport |
| Huanacopampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yauri Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Checcapucara
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de Pataqueña |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Checcapucara?
Checcapucara has a population of 571 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Checcapucara?
Checcapucara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 45.0 inches of snow.