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Pichigua, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Pichigua is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 266. Elevation: 12,684 ft (3,866 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 266 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,684 ft (3,866 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.6814°, -71.4169° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.5 inches (1,587 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 52.7 inches (134 cm) |
About Pichigua
Pichigua is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 266. The city sits at an elevation of 12,684 feet (3,866 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,684 ft (3,866 m) |
| Area | 337.8 sq mi (875.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.6814°N, 71.4169°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 57 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 128 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 132 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 149 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 40°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
Pichigua has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 39°F in June to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Pichigua
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 56183 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56218 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56228 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 501302 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56211 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56426 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56187 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pichigua | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56227 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56231 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56186 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56230 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 56233 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Pichigua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campo Ferial Nuevo Versalles | |||||
| Mercado Central de Espinar | |||||
| Mercado de Langui |
Stadiums & Teams in Pichigua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pichigua
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yauri 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 Pichigua?
Pichigua has a population of 266 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 337.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pichigua?
Pichigua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.5 inches, with 52.7 inches of snow.