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Pichirhua, Peru
Apurímac Department · Peru
Pichirhua is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 128. Elevation: 9,009 ft (2,746 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 128 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,009 ft (2,746 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.8608°, -73.0736° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Apurímac Department |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.5 inches (2,095 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 275.8 inches (701 cm) |
About Pichirhua
Pichirhua is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 128. The city sits at an elevation of 9,009 feet (2,746 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.2°F |
| 37% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 359 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,009 ft (2,746 m) |
| Area | 140.4 sq mi (363.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.8608°N, 73.0736°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (189 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 189 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (14°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 35°F (2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 4.7 in |
Pichirhua has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 33°F in January to 58°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Pichirhua
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 54876 Santa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa David Samanez Ocampo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54741 Virgen Maria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54329 Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54031 Virgen Natividad | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Antonio Jose De Sucre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54460 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54034 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54728 Virgen Del Rosario | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54059 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54459 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Pichirhua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Agroecológico La Victoria | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado central de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Progreso | |||||
| Mercado Villa Ampay |
Clinics in Pichirhua
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pichirhua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pichirhua
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Huanacopampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamburco 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 Pichirhua?
Pichirhua has a population of 128 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 140.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pichirhua?
Pichirhua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 82.5 inches, with 275.8 inches of snow.