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Pacayhua, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Pacayhua is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 930. Elevation: 11,716 ft (3,571 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

930 Population 2/sq mi density
11,716 ft Elevation 3,571 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
75.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population930
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain75.4 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation11,716 ft (3,571 m)
Population930
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation11,716 ft (3,571 m)
Coordinates-9.9897°, -76.5286°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,914 mm)
Annual Snowfall94.3 inches (240 cm)

About Pacayhua

Pacayhua is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 930. The city sits at an elevation of 11,716 feet (3,571 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 34°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pacayhua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 34°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 94.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,716 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 34°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below Peru avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,716 ft (3,571 m)
Area398.7 sq mi (1,032.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-9.9897°N, 76.5286°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.4"
98% above Peru avg
Snowfall 94.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.87"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

131 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 113 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 125 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 114 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 119 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 140 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 143 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 139 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 137 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 123 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 123 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 124 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 124 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 86 km
Mar 5, 2019 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 120 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 74 km
Jan 23, 2007 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 120 km
Jun 25, 2014 53 km WNW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.8 130 km
Apr 6, 1997 10 km SW of Oxapampa, Peru M4.8 137 km
Jul 28, 2015 58 km ESE of Churubamba, Peru M4.8 100 km
Aug 7, 2012 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 600 127 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 4.7 in
February 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.9 in Wettest
April 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
May 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 1.1 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.2 in Warmest
December 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in

Pacayhua has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 34°F in July to 48°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Pacayhua

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Santiago Antunez De Mayolo
Institución Educativa No. 32094
Institución Educativa 32028 Santiago Antunez De Mayolo
Institución Educativa No. 32091
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Museums in Pacayhua

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kotosh Preinca Culture

Farmers Markets in Pacayhua

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Pacayhua

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pacayhua

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Pacayhua

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cayran

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Pacayhua

What is the population of Pacayhua?

Pacayhua has a population of 930 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 398.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pacayhua?

Pacayhua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 34°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 94.3 inches of snow.

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