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Pampachacra, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Pampachacra is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 559. Elevation: 12,936 ft (3,943 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pampachacra
Huancavelica or Wankawillka in Quechua is a city in Peru. It is the capital of the department of Huancavelica and according to the 2017 census had a population of 49,570 people. The city was established on August 5, 1572 by the Viceroy of Peru Francisco de Toledo. Indigenous peoples represent a major percentage of the population. It has an approximate altitude of 3,676 meters; the climate is cold and dry between the months of February and August with a rainy season between September and January. It is considered one of the poorest cities in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 559 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,936 ft (3,943 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.8041°, -74.9211° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.4 inches (1,406 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 226.9 inches (576 cm) |
About Pampachacra
Pampachacra is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 12,936 feet (3,943 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,936 ft (3,943 m) |
| Area | 198.5 sq mi (514.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.8041°N, 74.9211°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 4.1 in |
Pampachacra has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 44°F in June to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Pampachacra
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Santa Isabel | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36367 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36309 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36558 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36062 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36007 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36065 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36061 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36390 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pampachacra
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Pampachacra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Regional Daniel Hernández Morillo |
Farmers Markets in Pampachacra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos de Huancavelica | |||||
| Qatun Tambo Anqara |
Gas Stations in Pampachacra
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pampachacra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pampachacra
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Pampachacra?
Pampachacra has a population of 559 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 198.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pampachacra?
Pampachacra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches, with 226.9 inches of snow.