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Paucas, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Paucas is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 868. Elevation: 11,280 ft (3,438 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paucas
Anra es una localidad de la provincia de Huari, del departamento de Áncash.
People
Climate
| Population | 868 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,280 ft (3,438 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1525°, -76.8985° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.1 inches (1,323 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
About Paucas
Paucas is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 868. The city sits at an elevation of 11,280 feet (3,438 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.2°F |
| 37% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,280 ft (3,438 m) |
| Area | 43.3 sq mi (112.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1525°N, 76.8985°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 83 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 33°F (0°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in |
Paucas has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 33°F in July to 56°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Paucas
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86846 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86442 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86863 | - | - | - | - |
| Cetpro - Paucas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86365 Pedro Paulet Mostajo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Paucas
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Playa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uchiza Airport | UCZ | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Paucas
What is the population of Paucas?
Paucas has a population of 868 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 43.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paucas?
Paucas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°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.