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Pallasca, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Pallasca is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 987. Elevation: 11,024 ft (3,360 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pallasca
Pallasca is one of 20 provinces of the Ancash Region in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 987 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,024 ft (3,360 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.2532°, -77.9990° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.5 inches (2,223 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Pallasca
Pallasca is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 987. The city sits at an elevation of 11,024 feet (3,360 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,024 ft (3,360 m) |
| Area | 540.2 sq mi (1,399.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.2532°N, 77.9990°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 121 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 137 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in |
Pallasca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 43°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.4") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Pallasca
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 88206 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario 47 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 88155 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Pallasca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Señor de Uchus | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Zonal de Cabana |
Restaurants in Pallasca
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pallasca
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pallasca
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pallasca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pallasca
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Camposol Chao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pallasca
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Juan Bautista de Pallasca |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Pallasca?
Pallasca has a population of 987 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 540.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pallasca?
Pallasca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.5 inches.