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Pinchollo, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Pinchollo is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 579. Elevation: 11,864 ft (3,616 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

579 Population 5/sq mi density
11,864 ft Elevation 3,616 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
41.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Pinchollo

Pinchollo

Pinchollo es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Arequipa, provincia de Caylloma, distrito de Cabanaconde. Se encuentra a una altitud de 3551 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 631 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population579
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation11,864 ft (3,616 m)
Population579
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation11,864 ft (3,616 m)
Coordinates-15.6152°, -71.8395°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation41.5 inches (1,055 mm)
Annual Snowfall75.6 inches (192 cm)

About Pinchollo

Pinchollo is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 579. The city sits at an elevation of 11,864 feet (3,616 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pinchollo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 41.5 inches. The area receives 75.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,864 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 42°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,864 ft (3,616 m)
Area113.1 sq mi (292.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-15.6152°N, 71.8395°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.5"
9% above Peru avg
Snowfall 75.6"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

729 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

Apr 3, 1999 6 km SE of Camaná, Peru M6.8 146 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 42 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 73 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 119 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 68 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 12 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 124 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 134 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 75 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 10 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 84 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 78 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 112 km
Sep 8, 1996 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru M5.6 130 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 111 km
Apr 4, 1990 26 km SE of Urasqui, Peru M5.5 137 km
Aug 25, 2014 12 km SSE of Urasqui, Peru M5.5 148 km
Aug 15, 2016 11 km SW of Tapay, Peru M5.5 19 km
Jul 12, 2022 3 km SW of La Capilla, Peru M5.5 146 km
Mar 16, 2022 10 km SW of Madrigal, Peru M5.5 8 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sabancaya (19 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 19 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 39 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 57 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 72 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 153 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 168 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in
February 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in Wettest
March 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.0 in
May 42°F (6°C) 0.3 in
June 39°F (4°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 42°F (6°C) 0.1 in
August 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in
September 42°F (6°C) 0.5 in
October 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 0.8 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in Warmest

Pinchollo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 39°F in June to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Pinchollo

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 40379
Institución Educativa Cped - 40379
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Museums in Pinchollo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo juanita
one room museum about local culture

Clinics in Pinchollo

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puesto de Salud Pinchollo

Stadiums & Teams in Pinchollo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pinchollo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rodríguez Ballón International AirportAQPLarge Airport
Chivay AirportSmall Airport
Orcopampa AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pinchollo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San Sebastian

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,551 m (11,651 ft)
Postal Code
04124

🇵🇪 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 Pinchollo

What is the population of Pinchollo?

Pinchollo has a population of 579 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 113.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pinchollo?

Pinchollo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 75.6 inches of snow.

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