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Pucayacu, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Pucayacu is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 776. Elevation: 2,375 ft (724 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

776 Population 1/sq mi density
2,375 ft Elevation 724 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
104.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population776
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain104.0 in/yr
Sunny Days147/yr
Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)
Population776
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)
Coordinates-8.7496°, -76.1213°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation104.0 inches (2,641 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pucayacu

Pucayacu is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 776. The city sits at an elevation of 2,375 feet (724 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pucayacu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 147 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 104.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,375 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average74.2°F
37% above Peru avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days147 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)
Area617.8 sq mi (1,600.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-8.7496°N, 76.1213°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.0"
174% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 12.32"
Driest Month (Jul) 4.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

191 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on May 23, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 16 km ESE of San Alejandro, Peru M6.0 116 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 72 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 43 km
Aug 6, 2001 23 km WSW of Campo Verde, Peru M5.4 125 km
Jun 12, 1995 63 km ENE of Uchiza, Peru M5.4 55 km
Apr 10, 2005 59 km ESE of Huicungo, Peru M5.3 132 km
May 20, 2008 14 km SW of Campo Verde, Peru M5.2 137 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 62 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 36 km
Jun 8, 2017 76 km ENE of Tocache, Peru M5.2 89 km
Jul 25, 2015 74 km NW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 62 km
May 3, 1994 9 km NW of Campo Verde, Peru M5.2 143 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 98 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 33 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 99 km
Jul 26, 2017 73 km WSW of Contamana, Peru M5.1 150 km
May 27, 2016 21 km W of Campo Verde, Peru M5.0 128 km
Jun 26, 2008 central Peru M5.0 57 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 12 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 12.3 in Wettest
February 74°F (23°C) 11.7 in
March 74°F (23°C) 11.5 in
April 74°F (24°C) 8.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in
June 74°F (23°C) 6.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in Coldest, Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 4.8 in
September 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in
October 75°F (24°C) 9.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 10.8 in Warmest
December 74°F (24°C) 12.0 in

Pucayacu has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 73°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 104.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.3") and July the driest (4.7").

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Schools in Pucayacu

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32557
Institución Educativa Montaña Verde
Institución Educativa No. 32675
Institución Educativa No. 1090
Institución Educativa No. 33304
Institución Educativa No. 32674
Institución Educativa Crfa Los Tacarpos
Institución Educativa No. 32775
Institución Educativa No. 32917
Institución Educativa No. 32151
Institución Educativa Pucayacu
Institución Educativa No. 720
Institución Educativa 32876 Milano
Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria Bazan
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Farmers Markets in Pucayacu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sangapilla
Mercado Modelo

Clinics in Pucayacu

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ramal de Aspuzana

Stadiums & Teams in Pucayacu

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Airports Near Pucayacu

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aguaytia AirportSmall Airport
Palmas del Espino AirportSmall Airport
Playa AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport
Tocache AirportSmall Airport
Uchiza AirportUCZSmall 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 Pucayacu

What is the population of Pucayacu?

Pucayacu has a population of 776 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 617.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pucayacu?

Pucayacu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 147 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.0 inches.

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