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Ichocán, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
Ichocán is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 616. Elevation: 8,507 ft (2,593 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ichocán
Ichocán is a town in the Ichocán District, San Marcos Province, Cajamarca region, Peru. It is the capital of Ichocán District.
People
Climate
| Population | 616 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,507 ft (2,593 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.3684°, -78.1304° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,402 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ichocán
Ichocán is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 616. The city sits at an elevation of 8,507 feet (2,593 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,507 ft (2,593 m) |
| Area | 80.7 sq mi (209.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.3684°N, 78.1304°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in |
Ichocán has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 56°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Ichocán
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 821198 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82246 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82092 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82237 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82095 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82056 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82175 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82096 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Amalia Puga De Lozada | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82663 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82052 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82055 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ichocán
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo TV | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Ichocán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Ichocán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ichocán
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca 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 Ichocán?
Ichocán has a population of 616 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 80.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ichocán?
Ichocán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.