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Pachin Bajo, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Pachin Bajo is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 517. Elevation: 11,306 ft (3,446 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).

Data updated June 2026

517 Population 3/sq mi density
11,306 ft Elevation 3,446 meters
86°F Avg Temperature 30°C
77.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Pachin Bajo

Pachin Bajo

Otuzco is a city located in the highlands of La Libertad, Peru. It is the capital of the Otuzco Province, and it is well known because there is the sanctuary of the Virgen de la Puerta. It is located at around 7°54′00″S 78°35′0″W.

People

Population517
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp86°F (30°C)
Rain77.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation11,306 ft (3,446 m)
Population517
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation11,306 ft (3,446 m)
Coordinates-7.8860°, -78.6257°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature86°F (30°C)
January Average85°F (29°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation77.5 inches (1,967 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pachin Bajo

Pachin Bajo is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 517. The city sits at an elevation of 11,306 feet (3,446 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pachin Bajo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 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 77.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 11,306 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

85°F Jan (29°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average85.6°F
59% above Peru avg
January Average85°F (29°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,306 ft (3,446 m)
Area197.3 sq mi (510.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-7.8860°N, 78.6257°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 77.5"
104% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.83"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

88 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 13, 2025.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 105 km
Nov 13, 2000 79 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 147 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 143 km
Apr 26, 2015 76 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.6 141 km
Jan 15, 2019 44 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.2 127 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 88 km
Jun 24, 2022 near the coast of northern Peru M5.1 120 km
Aug 13, 2025 36 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.0 122 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 75 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 57 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 127 km
Oct 5, 2001 75 km SW of Salaverry, Peru M4.9 129 km
Apr 7, 1994 56 km SW of Victor Raul, Peru M4.9 114 km
Oct 3, 2009 66 km SSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 123 km
Jun 1, 2006 85 km SW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 148 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 109 km
Apr 24, 2021 63 km SW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.7 127 km
Aug 20, 2013 87 km SW of Huanchaquito Alto, Peru M4.7 142 km
Jun 29, 1993 49 km SW of Salaverry, Peru M4.7 103 km
Nov 20, 2000 82 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.7 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1970 N. PERU Earthquake 0.5 m 66,794 147 km
1678 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 85°F (29°C) 1.8 in
February 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
March 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 85°F (30°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
November 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in

Pachin Bajo has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 53°F in June to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Pachin Bajo

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 81760
Institución Educativa No. 82093
Institución Educativa No. 80784
Institución Educativa No. 82086
Institución Educativa No. 80661
Institución Educativa No. 80298
Institución Educativa No. 80296
Institución Educativa 80238 San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa No. 80300
Institución Educativa No. 80239
Institución Educativa 80016 Divino Maestro
Institución Educativa 80701 Nestor Segundo Aroca Arteaga
Institución Educativa No. 82173
Institución Educativa No. 80237
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Radio Stations near Pachin Bajo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Peru folk radio MP3 128 kbps
Frecuencia 100 101.9 cumbia peruana, latin pop AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio frecuencia 100 - Trujillo variety AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Pachin Bajo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Religioso de la I.V.P

Stadiums & Teams in Pachin Bajo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pachin Bajo

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTRULarge Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Camposol Chao AirportSmall Airport
Casa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,641 m (8,665 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Pachin Bajo

What is the population of Pachin Bajo?

Pachin Bajo has a population of 517 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pachin Bajo?

Pachin Bajo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 77.5 inches.

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