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Pizacoma, Peru

Puno · Peru

Pizacoma is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 1,225. Elevation: 12,887 ft (3,928 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1,225 Population 17/sq mi density
12,887 ft Elevation 3,928 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population1,225
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation12,887 ft (3,928 m)
Population1,225
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation12,887 ft (3,928 m)
Coordinates-16.9087°, -69.3697°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (816 mm)
Annual Snowfall76.8 inches (195 cm)

About Pizacoma

Pizacoma is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 1,225. The city sits at an elevation of 12,887 feet (3,928 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pizacoma experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 32.1 inches. The area receives 76.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,887 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,887 ft (3,928 m)
Area74.0 sq mi (191.7 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates-16.9087°N, 69.3697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.1"
16% below Peru avg
Snowfall 76.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.50"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

690 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 21, 2025.

May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 149 km
Dec 12, 1994 45 km E of Estique, Peru M6.3 68 km
Mar 6, 2011 68 km ESE of Palca, Peru M6.3 124 km
May 14, 2012 40 km ENE of Palca, Peru M6.2 89 km
Jul 13, 2005 13 km NE of Calana, Peru M5.9 131 km
Dec 15, 1991 14 km SSW of Totoral, Peru M5.9 131 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 25 km
Apr 16, 2005 34 km ENE of Palca, Peru M5.8 88 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 116 km
May 17, 1990 48 km SE of Palca, Peru M5.8 133 km
Aug 26, 2003 20 km ESE of Torata, Peru M5.7 142 km
Feb 25, 1990 76 km WSW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia M5.7 129 km
Oct 25, 1996 9 km NE of Ticaco, Peru M5.7 84 km
Jul 12, 2024 67 km E of Tarata, Peru M5.6 52 km
Aug 9, 2001 71 km SE of Palca, Peru M5.6 140 km
May 30, 2004 18 km W of Camilaca, Peru M5.5 130 km
May 24, 2022 42 km ENE of Palca, Peru M5.5 83 km
Aug 6, 2005 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru M5.4 51 km
Jul 25, 2004 76 km WNW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia M5.4 85 km
May 12, 2021 2 km NW of Chuquitira, Peru M5.4 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (93 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 93 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 100 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 107 km
Taapaca Complex 5,860 m (19,226 ft) -320 133 km
Parinacota Stratovolcano 6,336 m (20,787 ft) 290 142 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 6.5 in Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 6.0 in
March 49°F (9°C) 4.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.6 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
June 42°F (6°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.2 in
August 44°F (6°C) 0.6 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in

Pizacoma has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 42°F in June to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Pizacoma

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 70217
Institución Educativa No. 70704
Institución Educativa No. 70179
Institución Educativa Pizacoma
Institución Educativa Pizacoma
Institución Educativa No. 70708
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Farmers Markets in Pizacoma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Kelluyo

Clinics in Pizacoma

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Pizacoma

Airports Near Pizacoma

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charaña AirportSmall Airport
Copacabana AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Pizacoma

What is the population of Pizacoma?

Pizacoma has a population of 1,225 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 74.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pizacoma?

Pizacoma has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches, with 76.8 inches of snow.

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