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Paccha, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Paccha is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 1,172. Elevation: 9,603 ft (2,927 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,172 Population 6/sq mi density
9,603 ft Elevation 2,927 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
72.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Paccha

Paccha District is one of nineteen districts of the province Chota in Peru.

People

Population1,172
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain72.6 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation9,603 ft (2,927 m)
Population1,172
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation9,603 ft (2,927 m)
Coordinates-6.4974°, -78.4244°
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 Paccha

Paccha is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 1,172. The city sits at an elevation of 9,603 feet (2,927 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.

Paccha 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 9,603 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

Elevation9,603 ft (2,927 m)
Area203.6 sq mi (527.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-6.4974°N, 78.4244°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.6"
91% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 25, 2024.

May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 143 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 107 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 142 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 140 km
Apr 7, 1991 2 km WNW of Rioja, Peru M5.0 146 km
May 4, 1991 5 km W of Soritor, Peru M5.0 146 km
Jun 8, 1990 2 km WNW of Soritor, Peru M5.0 150 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 113 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 133 km
Jan 7, 1997 20 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 150 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 92 km
Dec 27, 1996 17 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 142 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 117 km
May 30, 1990 17 km WSW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 122 km
Jun 4, 1990 13 km SSE of Vista Alegre, Peru M4.7 134 km
Apr 5, 1991 49 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 147 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 89 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 121 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 137 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
June 60°F (15°C) 1.4 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 1.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Warmest
December 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in

Paccha has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 55°F in January to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Paccha

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 10986 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101172 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101128 - - - -
Institución Educativa Leoncio Prado - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82699 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10909 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101122 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10522 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101125 - - - -
Institución Educativa Inca Garcilaso De La Vega - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10520 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10890 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10494 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10531 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101112 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101161 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10984 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101107 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10517 - - - -
Institución Educativa 10516 Gregorio Malca - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10525 - - - -
Institución Educativa Ramon Castilla - - - -
Institución Educativa San Juan - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Paccha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Central de Bambamarca
Mercado Mayorista

Clinics in Paccha

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paccha

Stadiums & Teams in Paccha

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Airports Near Paccha

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Celendín Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Lagunas Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco Airport-Small Airport

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 Paccha

What is the population of Paccha?

Paccha has a population of 1,172 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 203.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paccha?

Paccha 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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