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Pucacaca, Peru
San Martín Department · Peru
Pucacaca is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 1,190. Elevation: 709 ft (216 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Pucacaca
Pucacaca or Puka Qaqa is one of ten districts of the province Picota in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,190 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.8517°, -76.3417° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | San Martín Department |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.7 inches (2,760 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pucacaca
Pucacaca is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 1,190. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet (216 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 90.8 sq mi (235.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.8517°N, 76.3417°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in |
Pucacaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 67°F in January to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (2.7").
Schools in Pucacaca
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Cesar Ruiz Reategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 592 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 499 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 37 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 46 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pucacaca
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Moyobamba | amazonian cumbia, cumbia amazónica | AAC+ 144 kbps | |
| Radio Karicia | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio San Martín | local news | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Clinics in Pucacaca
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pucacaca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pucacaca
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport | TPP | Medium Airport |
| Juanjui Airport | JJI | Medium Airport |
| Alao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chazuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huallaga Airport | BLP | Small Airport |
| Lamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pachiza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Picota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pucacaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San José de Sisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saposoa Airport | SQU | Small Airport |
| Shapaja Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Pucacaca
What is the population of Pucacaca?
Pucacaca has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 90.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pucacaca?
Pucacaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.7 inches.