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Colca, Peru
Junin · Peru
Colca is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 646. Elevation: 11,191 ft (3,411 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Colca
A qullqa (Quechua pronunciation: [ˈqʊʎˌqa] "deposit, storehouse"; was a storage building found along roads and near the cities and political centers of the Inca Empire. These were large stone buildings with roofs thatched with "ichu" grass, or what is known as Peruvian feathergrass. To a "prodigious [extent] unprecedented in the annals of world prehistory" the Incas stored food and other commodities which could be distributed to their armies, officials, conscripted laborers, and, in times of need, to the populace. The uncertainty of agriculture at the high altitudes which comprised most of the Inca Empire was among the factors which probably stimulated the construction of large numbers of qullqas.
People
Climate
| Population | 646 |
| Population Density | 109 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,191 ft (3,411 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3179°, -75.2231° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.0 inches (990 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.4 inches (11 cm) |
About Colca
Colca is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 646. The city sits at an elevation of 11,191 feet (3,411 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,191 ft (3,411 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.3179°N, 75.2231°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 4.3 in |
Colca has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 46°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Colca
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 31405 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30001-1 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30187 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mariscal Caceres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30133 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Colca
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Colca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Casa de la Memoria | ||||
| Warivilca |
Farmers Markets in Colca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Nazaret | |||||
| Centro Comercial Virgen de la Candelaria | |||||
| La Moderna de Chilca | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Huancayo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Moya |
Stadiums & Teams in Colca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colca
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Colca
21 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Auquimarca | ||
| Centro de Atención Primaria II Chilca | ||
| Centro Médico Las Americas S.A. | ||
| Centro Médico Mega Salud | ||
| Centro Medico Mi Buen Pastor | ||
| Chilca | ||
| Chongos Bajo | ||
| Clinica El Carmen | ||
| Clinica Obsterica | ||
| Clinica Ortega | ||
| Clínica Ortega | ||
| Clínica Universal | ||
| Huancan | ||
| Huari | ||
| Huayucachi | ||
| New Life | ||
| Policlinico Brevete Huancayo | ||
| Policlinico Del Centro | ||
| Preventiva | ||
| Salud Y Mujer | ||
| Sapallanga |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Colca
What is the population of Colca?
Colca has a population of 646 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colca?
Colca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.