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Pampachacra, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Pampachacra is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 150. Elevation: 9,298 ft (2,834 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

150 Population 2/sq mi density
9,298 ft Elevation 2,834 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population150
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation9,298 ft (2,834 m)
Population150
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation9,298 ft (2,834 m)
Coordinates-8.9020°, -77.2460°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)

About Pampachacra

Pampachacra is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 150. The city sits at an elevation of 9,298 feet (2,834 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pampachacra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 9,298 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,298 ft (2,834 m)
Area89.0 sq mi (230.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-8.9020°N, 77.2460°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.90"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

58 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.9 on Apr 19, 2025.

Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 53 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 107 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 115 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 90 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 150 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 47 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 136 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 144 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 135 km
Jun 18, 1991 43 km E of Uchiza, Peru M4.8 138 km
Aug 25, 2002 33 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M4.8 123 km
Jan 6, 2002 25 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 147 km
Aug 7, 2012 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 119 km
Sep 3, 2019 50 km NNW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 115 km
May 14, 2014 25 km ENE of Uchiza, Peru M4.7 124 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 110 km
Oct 19, 1996 49 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M4.7 134 km
Aug 17, 1998 2 km NNE of Llacllin, Peru M4.7 134 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 148 km
Sep 25, 2012 33 km N of Tingo María, Peru M4.7 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 61 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
March 55°F (13°C) 4.9 in Wettest
April 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in
August 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in Warmest
December 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in

Pampachacra has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 34°F in January to 56°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Pampachacra

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 84146 Marina Caldas De Via
Institución Educativa 84124 Eleodoro Vega Ocaña
Institución Educativa Eleodoro Vega Ocaña
Institución Educativa 84125 Javier Marino Pastor Neyra
Institución Educativa Pumpa
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Farmers Markets in Pampachacra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado Convento

Airports Near Pampachacra

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani AirportATAMedium Airport
Caraz AirportSmall Airport
Tocache AirportSmall Airport
Urpay AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pampachacra

What is the population of Pampachacra?

Pampachacra has a population of 150 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 89.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pampachacra?

Pampachacra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

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