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Pucara, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Pucara is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 4,335. Elevation: 14,278 ft (4,352 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 4,335 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 14,278 ft (4,352 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.9799°, -71.4599° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.7 inches (449 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.3 inches (1 cm) |
About Pucara
Pucara is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 4,335. The city sits at an elevation of 14,278 feet (4,352 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 32°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.0°F |
| 30% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,278 ft (4,352 m) |
| Area | 870.3 sq mi (2,254.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.9799°N, 71.4599°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chachani, Nevado (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 25 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 48 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 74 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 96 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 112 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 164 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 36°F (2°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 33°F (1°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 32°F (0°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 33°F (1°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 37°F (3°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 2.0 in |
Pucara has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 32°F in July to 42°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Pucara
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 40098 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40120 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pucara
20 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO TRINIDAD 1070 AM | folclore, folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Conexion kpop | kpop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Melodia FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Conexion Kpop Girls groups | kpop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio JR (88.7, Arequipa) | classic music, local radio | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Estacion radio cumbia | cumbia peruana | MP3 | |
| FRECUENCIA 1330 AM (parque azangaro miraflores) LUIS ANGEL ANCON PATIÑO | informativa, infotainment | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioMix AQP Rock-Pop en Español (Dj Ethamx) | latin rock, rock en español | MP3 | |
| Melodia Arequipa | cumbia peruana, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Yaraví | community radio, local news | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio SinPatrones | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| RADIO SINPATRONES (AREQUIPA) | alternative, musica popular | MP3 64 kbps | |
| RadioMix AQP (Dj Ethamx) | 12", alternative pop | MP3 | |
| Radio metropolitana Arequipa | noticias, noticias opinion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO UNICAR | classic rock, club dance electronic house trance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MGR Radio (Mara Gamero & Dj Ethamx) | radio music rock pop | MP3 | |
| Radio victor music Perú | variado | MP3 | |
| Radio SinPatrones (Valle de Tambo) | alternative, folclor | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Superstereo 105.5 fm | latino | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Estrella Trujillo (102.7 Trujillo) | generalist | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Restaurants in Pucara
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Pucara
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pucara
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rodríguez Ballón International Airport | AQP | Large Airport |
| Chivay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vitor Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pucara
What is the population of Pucara?
Pucara has a population of 4,335 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 870.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pucara?
Pucara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 32°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches.