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Paccho, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Paccho is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 393. Elevation: 10,692 ft (3,259 m). Average temperature: 87°F (30°C).

Data updated June 2026

393 Population 1/sq mi density
10,692 ft Elevation 3,259 meters
87°F Avg Temperature 30°C
74.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population393
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp87°F (30°C)
Rain74.3 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation10,692 ft (3,259 m)
Population393
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation10,692 ft (3,259 m)
Coordinates-10.9572°, -76.9322°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature87°F (30°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation74.3 inches (1,887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Paccho

Paccho is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 393. The city sits at an elevation of 10,692 feet (3,259 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 87°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Paccho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 74.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,692 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average86.7°F
61% above Peru avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,692 ft (3,259 m)
Area590.0 sq mi (1,528.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-10.9572°N, 76.9322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.3"
96% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.39"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

140 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 89 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 87 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 108 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 92 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 147 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 145 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 81 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 91 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 134 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 138 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 149 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 75 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 92 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 141 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 118 km
Jan 6, 2017 66 km WSW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 143 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 141 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 113 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 50 km
May 22, 2018 13 km WSW of Végueta, Peru M4.9 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 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 48 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 119 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 117 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 128 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 116 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 4.0 in
February 50°F (10°C) 4.9 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 46°F (8°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 47°F (8°C) 0.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 49°F (10°C) 1.2 in
December 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in

Paccho has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 46°F in August to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Paccho

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 20115
Institución Educativa No. 20870
Institución Educativa No. 20085
Institución Educativa 20116 Fermin Arsenio Saenz Morales
Institución Educativa No. 20083
Institución Educativa No. 20928
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Airports Near Paccho

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paccho

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Igleisa de San Andrés de Huacar

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 Paccho

What is the population of Paccho?

Paccho has a population of 393 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 590.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paccho?

Paccho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.

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