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Palca, Peru
Tacna · Peru
Palca is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 189. Elevation: 10,935 ft (3,333 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 189 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,935 ft (3,333 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.7779°, -69.9596° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tacna |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palca
Palca is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 189. The city sits at an elevation of 10,935 feet (3,333 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 365 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,935 ft (3,333 m) |
| Area | 1,130.0 sq mi (2,926.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.7779°N, 69.9596°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.0 m (59 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 18.0 m | 25,000 | 143 km |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 104 km |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 143 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | - | 113 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacora (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 21 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 60 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 71 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 94 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 97 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 42°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in |
Palca has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 41°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.4") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Palca
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 42062 Ataspaca | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42068 Francisco Laso | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42063 José María Arguedas Altamirano | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42038 Micaela Paredes Rejas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 43507 | - | - | - | - |
| IE 42203 Juan Velasco Alvarado | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario Francisco Laso | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Palca
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Aymara (BO) | cultura, música | MP3 | |
| Fama Sur (Tarata) | local radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Retro | 80s, 90s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Positiva Tacna | - | MP3 112 kbps | |
| Radio Andina Tarata | local news | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Palca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Miculla |
Clinics in Palca
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Palca
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chacalluta International Airport | ARI | Medium Airport |
| Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport | TCQ | Medium Airport |
| Charaña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Buitre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palca
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San Pedro de Causuri |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Palca
What is the population of Palca?
Palca has a population of 189 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,130.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palca?
Palca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 365 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.8 inches.