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Paccha, Peru

Junin · Peru

Paccha is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 665. Elevation: 13,091 ft (3,990 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

665 Population 103/sq mi density
13,091 ft Elevation 3,990 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Paccha

Paccha is a town and parish in Cuenca Canton, Azuay Province, Ecuador. The parish covers an area of 25.6 km2 and according to the 2001 Ecuadorian census it had a population total of 5,311.

People

Population665
Density103/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation13,091 ft (3,990 m)
Population665
Population Density103 / sq mi
Elevation13,091 ft (3,990 m)
Coordinates-11.8545°, -75.5073°
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 Paccha

Paccha is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 665. The city sits at an elevation of 13,091 feet (3,990 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.

Paccha 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 13,091 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

Elevation13,091 ft (3,990 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates-11.8545°N, 75.5073°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 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 M6.3 114 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 126 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 131 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 82 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 116 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 135 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 112 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 122 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 147 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 149 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 60 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 29 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 146 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 143 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 76 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 29 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 143 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 125 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 142 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 87 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) 5.1 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 5.8 in Wettest
March 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in
August 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Warmest
December 48°F (9°C) 4.4 in

Paccha has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 39°F in January to 48°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Paccha

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 30460 Antero Zenon Millan Reyna
Institución Educativa 30459 Sargento 2do. Paul Torres Osores
Institución Educativa San Roque
Institución Educativa 30455 Inmaculada Concepcion De Maria
Institución Educativa 30547 Juan De Dios Sosa
Institución Educativa No. 30532
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Radio Stations near Paccha

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 Paccha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional de Arqueología de Junín
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in Paccha

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

Stadiums & Teams in Paccha

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Paccha

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 Paccha

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca
Sicaya

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paccha

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Masajcancha

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,378 m (11,083 ft)
Postal Code
12530

🇵🇪 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 665 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paccha?

Paccha 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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