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Chinchán, Peru
Pasco · Peru
Chinchán is a small town in Pasco, Peru with a population of 683. Elevation: 10,948 ft (3,337 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 683 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,948 ft (3,337 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.4745°, -76.1513° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Pasco |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.5 inches (1,460 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 133.0 inches (338 cm) |
About Chinchán
Chinchán is a small town in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 683. The city sits at an elevation of 10,948 feet (3,337 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.9°F |
| 34% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,948 ft (3,337 m) |
| Area | 99.5 sq mi (257.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.4745°N, 76.1513°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 84 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 7.3 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 44°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
Chinchán has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 34°F in January to 45°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 51.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.9").
Schools in Chinchán
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 33247 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Señor De Ascencion | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 34012 - Chinchan | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 34388 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Luis Alberto Sanchez | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Chinchán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCADO "REAL DE MINAS" |
Stadiums & Teams in Chinchán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chinchán
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chinchán?
Chinchán has a population of 683 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 99.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chinchán?
Chinchán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches, with 133.0 inches of snow.