Lucma, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Lucma is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 146. Elevation: 11,316 ft (3,449 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Lucma
Socosbamba es un centro poblado ubicado en el distrito trasandino de Piscobamba, en la provincia de Mariscal Luzuriaga, departamento de Áncash. Por carretera está a 3 km del pueblo de Musga y a la misma distancia de la ciudad de Piscobamba de Huarás, por la vía Carhuás-San Luis- Llumpa se puede llegar a Socosbamba en cinco horas. Su clima es templado todo el año.
People
Climate
| Population | 146 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,316 ft (3,449 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.9194°, -77.4110° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.1 inches (18 cm) |
About Lucma
Lucma is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 146. The city sits at an elevation of 11,316 feet (3,449 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,316 ft (3,449 m) |
| Area | 141.4 sq mi (366.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.9194°S, 77.4110°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 48 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in |
Lucma has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 43°F in January to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Lucma
14 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 84263 Miguel Jimenez Esparsa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas Franco | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 84144 Virgen De Lourdes | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 84262 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 84121 Virgen De Guadalupe | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 84252 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 84216 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 84153 Dionisio Gregorio Collazos Ocaña | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 84148 Aura Adriana Oliveros Via | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 84255 Padre Hugo De Censi Scarafoni | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Padre Hugo De Censi Scarafoni | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Andres Avelino Caceres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 84126 Francisco Via Melgarejo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 84149 Domingo Chavez | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Lucma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Chacas |
Farmers Markets in Lucma
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Convento |
Restaurants in Lucma
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lucma
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lucma
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Lucma
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Lucma.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Catarata de Ayra Pajtza |
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lucma
What is the population of Lucma?
Lucma has a population of 146 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 141.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lucma?
Lucma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.
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