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Pacllón, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Pacllón is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 892. Elevation: 10,712 ft (3,265 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

892 Population 2/sq mi density
10,712 ft Elevation 3,265 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
58.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Pacllón

Pacllón

Pacllón is a district of the province of Bolognesi, in the Ancash Region of Peru.

People

Population892
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain58.3 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation10,712 ft (3,265 m)
Population892
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation10,712 ft (3,265 m)
Coordinates-10.2336°, -77.0724°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation58.3 inches (1,480 mm)
Annual Snowfall163.3 inches (415 cm)

About Pacllón

Pacllón is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 892. The city sits at an elevation of 10,712 feet (3,265 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pacllón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 58.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 163.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,712 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above Peru avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,712 ft (3,265 m)
Area398.7 sq mi (1,032.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-10.2336°N, 77.0724°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.3"
53% above Peru avg
Snowfall 163.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.59"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

92 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 131 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 132 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 131 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 142 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 115 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 108 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 130 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 143 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 144 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 127 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 131 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 107 km
Oct 9, 1991 33 km WNW of Chancay, Peru M4.9 141 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 24 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 134 km
May 22, 2018 13 km WSW of Végueta, Peru M4.9 120 km
Nov 2, 2002 39 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 132 km
Aug 3, 2017 32 km W of Paramonga, Peru M4.8 123 km
Jun 22, 1994 33 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M4.8 130 km
Mar 19, 2012 33 km W of Végueta, Peru M4.8 133 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 600 116 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
February 49°F (9°C) 4.7 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.6 in Wettest
April 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 62°F (16°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.2 in
September 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
December 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in

Pacllón has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 45°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Pacllón

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 86239 Nuestra Señora De Guadalupe - - - -
Institución Educativa Cped - 86227 - - - -
Institución Educativa 86227 Alejandro Sanchez Arteaga - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86224 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86225 - - - -
Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86238 - - - -
Escuela - - - -
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Libraries in Pacllón

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Pacllón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Santa Rosa

Bus Stations in Pacllón

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Turismo Nazario S.R.L.

Stadiums & Teams in Pacllón

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Airports Near Pacllón

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Patao Airport-Small Airport
Pativilca Airstrip-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 Pacllón

What is the population of Pacllón?

Pacllón has a population of 892 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 Pacllón?

Pacllón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.3 inches, with 163.3 inches of snow.

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