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Picoy, Peru
Junin · Peru
Picoy is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 627. Elevation: 10,059 ft (3,066 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Picoy
Acobamba es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Junín, provincia de Tarma, distrito de Acobamba. Es asimismo capital del distrito de Acobamba. Se encuentra a una altitud de 2950 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 3960 habitantes en 1993.
People
Climate
| Population | 627 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,059 ft (3,066 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.3259°, -75.6889° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.4 inches (1,129 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 34.8 inches (88 cm) |
About Picoy
Picoy is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 627. The city sits at an elevation of 10,059 feet (3,066 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,059 ft (3,066 m) |
| Area | 499.1 sq mi (1,292.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.3259°N, 75.6889°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 94 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in |
Picoy has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 41°F in July to 48°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Picoy
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Exaltacion De La Santa Cruz 30723 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31928 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30787 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Picoy
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 2 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Asuncion | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Techado Tarma |
Stadiums & Teams in Picoy
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Picoy
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Picoy
What is the population of Picoy?
Picoy has a population of 627 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 499.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Picoy?
Picoy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.