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Pazos, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Pazos is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 1,301. Elevation: 12,989 ft (3,959 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1,301 Population 220/sq mi density
12,989 ft Elevation 3,959 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Pazos

Pazos

Pazos District is one of sixteen districts of the province Tayacaja in Peru.

People

Population1,301
Density220/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation12,989 ft (3,959 m)
Population1,301
Population Density220 / sq mi
Elevation12,989 ft (3,959 m)
Coordinates-12.2590°, -75.0704°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)

About Pazos

Pazos is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 1,301. The city sits at an elevation of 12,989 feet (3,959 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pazos experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,989 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below Peru avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,989 ft (3,959 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates-12.2590°N, 75.0704°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.40"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

154 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 125 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 21 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 129 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 83 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 115 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 90 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 127 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 120 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 73 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 115 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 23 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 41 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 120 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 113 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 139 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 58 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 105 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 97 km
Apr 14, 2014 5 km WNW of Vilca, Peru M4.9 29 km
Jun 1, 2016 20 km SSW of Pilpichaca, Peru M4.9 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 4.9 in Warmest
February 51°F (11°C) 5.4 in Wettest
March 51°F (11°C) 5.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 48°F (9°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
December 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in

Pazos has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 48°F in July to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Pazos

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 31086
Institución Educativa No. 35022
Institución Educativa 30961 Jose Antonio Encinas Franco
Institución Educativa Raul Porras Barrenechea
Pazos
Institución Educativa No. 31083
Institución Educativa No. 31946
Institución Educativa No. 30050
Institución Educativa No. 31087
Institución Educativa No. 31084
Institución Educativa No. 30048
Institución Educativa No. 30053
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Radio Stations near Pazos

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Pazos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Casa de la Memoria
Museo Regional de Arqueología de Junín
Warivilca

Farmers Markets in Pazos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Año Nuevo
Centro Comercial Nazaret
Centro Comercial Virgen de la Candelaria
La Moderna de Chilca
Mercado de Pichos
Mercado Jorge Chávez
Mercado La Florida
Mercado Modelo de Chupaca
Mercado Modelo Huancayo
Mercado Municipal de Moya
Mercado Municipal de Pampas
Mercado Pío Pata

Clinics in Pazos

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pazos

Bus Stations in Pazos

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #4150233115

Stadiums & Teams in Pazos

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pazos

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Pazos

36 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arcángel
Auquimarca
Centro de Atención Primaria II Chilca
Centro de Atención Primaria III Mantaro Huancayo Cercado
Centro Médico Las Americas S.A.
Centro Médico Mega Salud
Centro Medico Mi Buen Pastor
Centro Terapeutico Integral
Chilca
Chongos Bajo
Clinica El Carmen
Clinica Obsterica
Clínica Ortega
Clinica Ortega
Clínica Universal
Ghemo Lab
Huancan
Huari
Huayucachi
Incho
Justicia Paz Y Vida
La Libertad
New Life
ONG Salud Integral Andina
Ortopedia Good Hope
Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca
Pilcomayo
Policlinico Brevete Huancayo
Policlinico Del Centro
Policlínico Metropolitano Huancayo
Preventiva
Ray Sin Medicamentos ni Cirugias
Salud Y Mujer
San Martin
Sapallanga
Sicaya

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 Pazos

What is the population of Pazos?

Pazos has a population of 1,301 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 220 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pazos?

Pazos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

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