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Conchán, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Conchán is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 419. Elevation: 7,546 ft (2,300 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

419 Population 3/sq mi density
7,546 ft Elevation 2,300 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
72.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Conchán

Conchán

Tacabamba es una localidad peruana, capital del distrito homónimo ubicado en la provincia de Chota en el departamento de Cajamarca. Se encuentra a una altitud de 2075 m s. n. m. Tenía una población de 3019 hab. según el censo de 2017. Recientemente se ha hecho muy popular por ser el lugar de nacimiento del expresidente Pedro Castillo, que ganó las elecciones de Perú de 2021.

People

Population419
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain72.6 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation7,546 ft (2,300 m)
Population419
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation7,546 ft (2,300 m)
Coordinates-6.4443°, -78.6559°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation72.6 inches (1,843 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Conchán

Conchán is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 419. The city sits at an elevation of 7,546 feet (2,300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Conchán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 72.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,546 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above Peru avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,546 ft (2,300 m)
Area151.5 sq mi (392.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-6.4443°N, 78.6559°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.6"
91% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 127 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 132 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 121 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 141 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 142 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 65 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 130 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 137 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 117 km
May 30, 1990 17 km WSW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 144 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 96 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 91 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 112 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 121 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 74 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 114 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 117 km
May 12, 2015 11 km SSW of Sondorillo, Peru M4.5 143 km
Jan 13, 2014 35 km N of La Peca, Peru M4.5 130 km
Dec 16, 1995 9 km NNE of Bellavista, Peru M4.5 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
March 58°F (14°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 58°F (15°C) 4.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 58°F (14°C) 4.6 in
November 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in Warmest
December 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in

Conchán has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 55°F in January to 58°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Conchán

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 10482
Institución Educativa No. 10409
Institución Educativa No. 101005
Institución Educativa No. 10396
Institución Educativa Juan Pablo Ii
Institución Educativa No. 10916
Institución Educativa No. 10484
Institución Educativa No. 10485
Institución Educativa Anibal Diaz Bazan
Institución Educativa Chames
Institución Educativa No. 10455
Institución Educativa No. 10486
Institución Educativa No. 10479
Institución Educativa No. 101140
Institución Educativa No. 10483
Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 10487
Institución Educativa Cruz Conga
Institución Educativa El Naranjo
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Farmers Markets in Conchán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Central de Bambamarca
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Nuevo Oriente
Mercado Santa Celia

Hotels in Conchán

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Conchán

Stadiums & Teams in Conchán

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Airports Near Conchán

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Conchán

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Católica

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,075 m (6,808 ft)
Postal Code
06136

🇵🇪 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 Conchán

What is the population of Conchán?

Conchán has a population of 419 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Conchán?

Conchán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches.

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