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Paico, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Paico is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 472. Elevation: 10,610 ft (3,234 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paico
Dysphania ambrosioides, formerly Chenopodium ambrosioides, known as epazote, Jesuit's tea, Mexican tea or wormseed, is an annual or short-lived perennial herb native to the Americas.
People
Climate
| Population | 472 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,610 ft (3,234 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.0383°, -73.6421° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.9 inches (1,801 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 59.0 inches (150 cm) |
About Paico
Paico is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 472. The city sits at an elevation of 10,610 feet (3,234 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,610 ft (3,234 m) |
| Area | 69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.0383°N, 73.6421°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 6.9 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in |
Paico has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 42°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Paico
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Mariscal Andres Avelino Caceres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24140 | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Paico
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paico
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Paico
What is the population of Paico?
Paico has a population of 472 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paico?
Paico has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow.