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Julcan, Peru

Junin · Peru

Julcan is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 845. Elevation: 13,369 ft (4,075 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

845 Population 131/sq mi density
13,369 ft Elevation 4,075 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Julcan

Julcan

Julcán is a 4,900-metre-high (16,076 ft) mountain in the Huayhuash mountain range in the Andes of Peru. It is located in the Lima Region, Cajatambo Province, Cajatambo District. Julcán lies on a sub-range west of the main range, southwest of Mitopunta and southeast of Huacshash. It is situated north of the Pumarinri valley.

People

Population845
Density131/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation13,369 ft (4,075 m)
Population845
Population Density131 / sq mi
Elevation13,369 ft (4,075 m)
Coordinates-11.7596°, -75.4356°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall51.7 inches (131 cm)

About Julcan

Julcan is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 845. The city sits at an elevation of 13,369 feet (4,075 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Julcan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,369 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,369 ft (4,075 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates-11.7596°N, 75.4356°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.39"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

195 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 120 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 140 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 149 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 114 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 87 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 121 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 125 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 125 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 131 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 139 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 118 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 138 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 138 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 136 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 47 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 42 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 75 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 38 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 130 km
Aug 11, 2002 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.1 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 600 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in Wettest
March 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in
August 49°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.9 in Warmest
November 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
December 51°F (10°C) 4.3 in

Julcan has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 39°F in January to 51°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Julcan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 30429 Isaias Rivera Rodriguez
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Radio Stations near Julcan

3 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 Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Julcan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in Julcan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
mercado de San Jeronimo
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción

Stadiums & Teams in Julcan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Julcan

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Julcan

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
San Agustin de Cajas

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,505 m (11,500 ft)
Postal Code
12165

🇵🇪 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 Julcan

What is the population of Julcan?

Julcan has a population of 845 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Julcan?

Julcan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.

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