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Parcoy, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Parcoy is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 903. Elevation: 10,453 ft (3,186 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

903 Population 4/sq mi density
10,453 ft Elevation 3,186 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
46.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Parcoy

Parcoy

Parcoy es una localidad peruana capital del distrito de Parcoy ubicado en la provincia de Pataz en el departamento de La Libertad. Se ubica aproximadamente a unos 365 km al Sureste de la ciudad de Trujillo.

People

Population903
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation10,453 ft (3,186 m)
Population903
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation10,453 ft (3,186 m)
Coordinates-8.0350°, -77.4819°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation46.1 inches (1,170 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)

About Parcoy

Parcoy is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 903. The city sits at an elevation of 10,453 feet (3,186 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Parcoy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,453 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below Peru avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,453 ft (3,186 m)
Area248.5 sq mi (643.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-8.0350°N, 77.4819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.1"
21% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.81"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on May 23, 2025.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 94 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 89 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 130 km
Apr 10, 2005 59 km ESE of Huicungo, Peru M5.3 140 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 116 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 138 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 138 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 91 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 108 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 131 km
Apr 9, 2008 14 km SE of Pajarillo, Peru M4.7 129 km
Aug 1, 2016 36 km NE of Arancay, Peru M4.7 142 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 49 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 23 km
May 14, 2014 25 km ENE of Uchiza, Peru M4.7 141 km
Feb 23, 2023 22 km SW of Quiches, Peru M4.6 60 km
Feb 8, 2009 48 km SE of Huicungo, Peru M4.6 125 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 44 km
Feb 15, 1994 38 km N of Tocache, Peru M4.6 114 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 150 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 1 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 5.8 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.8 in Wettest
April 48°F (9°C) 4.4 in
May 47°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in Driest
July 49°F (9°C) 1.0 in
August 47°F (8°C) 1.0 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.8 in
November 49°F (10°C) 5.0 in Warmest
December 49°F (9°C) 5.1 in

Parcoy has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 46°F in January to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.8") and June the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Parcoy

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución educativa No. 80773
Institución Educativa 80505 Manuel Gonzales Prada
Institución Educativa No. 80450
Institución Educativa 80855 Cesar Acuña Peralta
Institución Educativa No. 81942
Institución Educativa No. 80774
Institución Educativa No. 80773
Institución Educativa No. 80457
Institución Educativa No. 81680
Institución Educativa No. 82183
Institución Educativa No. 81616
Institución Educativa No. 82188
Institución Educativa No. 80990
Institución Educativa 80748 San Isidro Labrador
Institución Educativa No. 80451
Institución Educativa No. 80504
Institución Educativa 80454 Andres Avelino Caceres
Institución Educativa No. 80672
Institución Educativa 80454 Andres Avelino Caceres
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Radio Stations near Parcoy

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Exitosa news, noticias AAC 64 kbps
Radio La Inolvidable UNKNOWN
Radio Mágica 88.3 FM AAC 128 kbps
Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) noticias, reggaeton AAC+ 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Parcoy

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercano Municipal de Retamas

Clinics in Parcoy

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parcoy

Stadiums & Teams in Parcoy

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Airports Near Parcoy

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chagual AirportCGLSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Pachiza AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Pias AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall Airport
Urpay AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,125 m (10,253 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Parcoy

What is the population of Parcoy?

Parcoy has a population of 903 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 248.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Parcoy?

Parcoy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches.

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