Pilchaca, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Pilchaca is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 344. Elevation: 11,811 ft (3,600 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 344 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.4012°, -75.0838° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.0 inches (990 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.4 inches (11 cm) |
About Pilchaca
Pilchaca is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 344. The city sits at an elevation of 11,811 feet (3,600 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) |
| Area | 20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4012°S, 75.0838°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.1 in |
Pilchaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 47°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Pilchaca
9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 36642 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 36802 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 31326 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 36324 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Alfonso Ugarte | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 36124 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 36054 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 36136 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 36135 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pilchaca
4 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 La Unika | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Pilchaca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Pichos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Moya | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Pampas |
Train Stations in Pilchaca
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pilchaca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pilchaca
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Imperial 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 Pilchaca?
Pilchaca has a population of 344 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pilchaca?
Pilchaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.
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