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Palca, Peru
Junin · Peru
Palca is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 2,724. Elevation: 8,983 ft (2,738 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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About Palca
Palca District is one of nine districts of the province Tarma in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,724 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,983 ft (2,738 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.3461°, -75.5686° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.4 inches (1,129 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 34.8 inches (88 cm) |
About Palca
Palca is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 2,724. The city sits at an elevation of 8,983 feet (2,738 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,983 ft (2,738 m) |
| Area | 499.1 sq mi (1,292.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.3461°N, 75.5686°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 3.8 in |
Palca has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 41°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Palca
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 30854 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30827 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30742 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santo Domingo De Guzman | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30740 Santo Domingo De Guzman | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30162 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31155 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30798 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Palca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 2 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Asuncion | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Techado Tarma |
Clinics in Palca
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Palca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Palca
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
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 2,724 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 499.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palca?
Palca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.