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Pomacanchi, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Pomacanchi is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 12,064 ft (3,677 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

12,064 ft Elevation 3,677 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
52.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Pomacanchi

Pomacanchi

Pomacanchi es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Cusco, provincia de Acomayo, distrito de Pomacanchi. Es asimismo capital del distrito de Pomacanchi. Se encuentra a una altitud de 3693 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 3092 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation12,064 ft (3,677 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation12,064 ft (3,677 m)
Coordinates-14.0269°, -71.5672°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation52.7 inches (1,338 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.0 inches (114 cm)

About Pomacanchi

Pomacanchi is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 12,064 feet (3,677 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pomacanchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 45.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,064 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,064 ft (3,677 m)
Area64.0 sq mi (165.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-14.0269°N, 71.5672°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.7"
39% above Peru avg
Snowfall 45.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.70"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

251 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 122 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 107 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 63 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 80 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 123 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 142 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 138 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 110 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 115 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 72 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 120 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 123 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 89 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 79 km
Apr 20, 1990 8 km SSE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 95 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 127 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 85 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 126 km
Dec 30, 2012 46 km E of Salvación, Peru M5.2 146 km
May 5, 2003 17 km WSW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (29 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 29 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 175 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 6.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 6.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.4 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in
August 42°F (6°C) 0.3 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in Warmest

Pomacanchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 39°F in January to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Pomacanchi

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 501405
Institución Educativa No. 50084 (II EE N 50084 Pedro Paulet Ihuina Pomacanchi)
Institución Educativa No. 50735
Institución Educativa No. 50083
Institución Educativa Laguna Azul
Institución Educativa No. 50062
Institución Educativa Gotitas De Amor
Institución Educativa Simon Bolivar
Institución Educativa San Jose Obrero
Institución Educativa 50057 Carmen Rosa Noguera
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Radio Stations near Pomacanchi

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JVM la Estación (Cusco) baladas MP3 128 kbps
Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) clasicos, cultural MP3
JVM la Estación baladas MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Pomacanchi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria de Ganados y Vacunos
Mercado Central de Combapata
Mercado de Yanaoca
Mercado Ferial de Combapata
Mercado Multiuso Cusipata

Hotels in Pomacanchi

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Your Wasi Hotel

Restaurants in Pomacanchi

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cevicheria

Clinics in Pomacanchi

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pomacanchi

Stadiums & Teams in Pomacanchi

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Airports Near Pomacanchi

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,696 m (12,127 ft)
Postal Code
08561

🇵🇪 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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What is the weather like in Pomacanchi?

Pomacanchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 45.0 inches of snow.

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