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Pacopampa, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Pacopampa is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 549. Elevation: 7,881 ft (2,402 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

549 Population 13/sq mi density
7,881 ft Elevation 2,402 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
56.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population549
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation7,881 ft (2,402 m)
Population549
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation7,881 ft (2,402 m)
Coordinates-6.3374°, -79.0206°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation56.7 inches (1,440 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pacopampa

Pacopampa is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 549. The city sits at an elevation of 7,881 feet (2,402 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pacopampa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 56.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,881 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,881 ft (2,402 m)
Area42.5 sq mi (110.2 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-6.3374°N, 79.0206°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.7"
49% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.14"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 146 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 100 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 110 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 143 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 24 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 125 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 135 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 98 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 140 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 95 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 131 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 56 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 106 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 109 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 77 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 79 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 79 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 114 km
Mar 27, 2000 19 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.5 131 km
Mar 10, 2006 15 km NE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.5 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
February 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
March 59°F (15°C) 6.1 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.4 in
July 62°F (16°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in Coldest
September 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in

Pacopampa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 57°F in August to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Pacopampa

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 101016
Institución Educativa No. 10714
Institución Educativa No. 10761
Institución Educativa Changomarca
Institución Educativa No. 10884
Institución Educativa No. 101171
Institución Educativa No. 10755
Institución Educativa No. 101051
Institución Educativa Antenor Orrego
Institución Educativa No. 10586
Institución Educativa No. 10588
Institución Educativa No. 10594
Institución Educativa Las Palmas De Sinchimache
Institución Educativa No. 10587
Institución Educativa No. 16978
Institución Educativa No. 10738
Institución Educativa No. 10286
Institución Educativa No. 10758
Institución Educativa No. 10759
Institución Educativa Nuevo Porvenir - El Espino
Institución Educativa No. 18016
Institución Educativa No. 18005
Institución Educativa No. 17051
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Farmers Markets in Pacopampa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Nuevo Oriente
Mercado Santa Celia

Stadiums & Teams in Pacopampa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pacopampa

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Luya AirportSmall 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 Pacopampa

What is the population of Pacopampa?

Pacopampa has a population of 549 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pacopampa?

Pacopampa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches.

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