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Choccecancha, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Choccecancha is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 640. Elevation: 12,497 ft (3,809 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

640 Population 4/sq mi density
12,497 ft Elevation 3,809 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population640
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation12,497 ft (3,809 m)
Population640
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation12,497 ft (3,809 m)
Coordinates-13.6826°, -73.2638°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (472 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Choccecancha

Choccecancha is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 640. The city sits at an elevation of 12,497 feet (3,809 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Choccecancha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 12,497 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Peru avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,497 ft (3,809 m)
Area148.8 sq mi (385.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-13.6826°N, 73.2638°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.17"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

188 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 M7.0 133 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 107 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 121 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 109 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 90 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 93 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 131 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 95 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 135 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 97 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 96 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 51 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 78 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 64 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 129 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 145 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 58 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 65 km
Dec 26, 1999 11 km WSW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.1 69 km
Aug 10, 1994 central Peru M5.1 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 7.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 45°F (7°C) 7.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 6.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
May 43°F (6°C) 1.0 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
August 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
September 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.9 in
December 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in

Choccecancha has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 41°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Choccecancha

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 54148
Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre
Institución Educativa 55006-7
Institución Educativa No. 54496
Institución Educativa No. 54612
Institución Educativa 55006-18
Institución Educativa No. 54599
Institución Educativa Los Chankas De Quillabamba
Institución Educativa No. 54539
Institución Educativa No. 54715
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Museums in Choccecancha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Andahuaylas

Libraries in Choccecancha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Imprenta del Pueblo0.0

Farmers Markets in Choccecancha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria de Kutinachaca
Mercado Central
Mercado de San Jerónimo
Mercado de Talavera
Mercado Modelo de Andahuaylas

Stadiums & Teams in Choccecancha

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Choccecancha

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Choccecancha

What is the population of Choccecancha?

Choccecancha has a population of 640 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Choccecancha?

Choccecancha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.

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