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Pomacocha, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Pomacocha is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 691. Elevation: 12,018 ft (3,663 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

691 Population 10/sq mi density
12,018 ft Elevation 3,663 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
70.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population691
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation12,018 ft (3,663 m)
Population691
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation12,018 ft (3,663 m)
Coordinates-14.0840°, -73.5910°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.0 inches (150 cm)

About Pomacocha

Pomacocha is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 691. The city sits at an elevation of 12,018 feet (3,663 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pomacocha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,018 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,018 ft (3,663 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-14.0840°N, 73.5910°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.9"
87% above Peru avg
Snowfall 59.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

246 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 57 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 84 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 96 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 145 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 147 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 100 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 150 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 107 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 96 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 147 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 95 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 41 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 104 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 54 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 13 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 95 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 92 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 143 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 121 km
Feb 21, 2019 3 km E of Velinga, Peru M5.2 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 6.9 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 6.9 in
March 51°F (10°C) 7.2 in Wettest
April 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 49°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in
July 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 47°F (9°C) 0.7 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in

Pomacocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 42°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Pomacocha

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 54155
Institución Educativa No. 54100
Institución Educativa Andres Avelino Caceres Dorregaray
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Stadiums & Teams in Pomacocha

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pomacocha

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,662 m (12,015 ft)
Postal Code
03610

🇵🇪 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 Pomacocha

What is the population of Pomacocha?

Pomacocha has a population of 691 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pomacocha?

Pomacocha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow.

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