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Palca, Peru
Puno · Peru
Palca is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 969. Elevation: 13,337 ft (4,065 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 969 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,337 ft (4,065 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2368°, -70.5978° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.0 inches (1,042 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 26.4 inches (67 cm) |
About Palca
Palca is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 969. The city sits at an elevation of 13,337 feet (4,065 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 361 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,337 ft (4,065 m) |
| Area | 269.4 sq mi (697.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2368°N, 70.5978°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (143 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 143 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 148 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 155 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 177 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 7.4 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 37°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 38°F (3°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
Palca has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 37°F in June to 44°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Palca
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70447 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Gamez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70420 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70466 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70437 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70680 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70452 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Palca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico de Pucara | ||||
| Museo de Cerámica | ||||
| Museo Litico Pukara | ||||
| Museo Parroquial | ||||
| Museo y Biblioteca Municipal |
Clinics in Palca
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Palca
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
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 969 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 269.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palca?
Palca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 26.4 inches of snow.