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Pujocucho, Peru
Tacna · Peru
Pujocucho is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 4,120. Elevation: 12,976 ft (3,955 m). Average temperature: 88°F (31°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 4,120 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,976 ft (3,955 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.1536°, -70.3565° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tacna |
| Average Temperature | 88°F (31°C) |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.5 inches (674 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 128.6 inches (327 cm) |
About Pujocucho
Pujocucho is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 4,120. The city sits at an elevation of 12,976 feet (3,955 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 88°F (31°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 87.8°F |
| 63% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,976 ft (3,955 m) |
| Area | 499.4 sq mi (1,293.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.1536°N, 70.3565°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 102 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 116 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 50 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutupaca (14 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 14 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 17 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 80 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 139 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86°F (30°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 36°F (2°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 32°F (0°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 33°F (0°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 36°F (2°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 38°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 1.9 in |
Pujocucho has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 32°F in June to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Pujocucho
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 42111 Miguel Grau | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 42110 Tacalaya | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Pujocucho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Alto Camilaca | |||||
| Mercado de Candarave | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Pujocucho
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pujocucho
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cesar Torke Podesta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Volcanoes Near Pujocucho
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Pujocucho?
Pujocucho has a population of 4,120 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 499.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pujocucho?
Pujocucho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 88°F (31°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches, with 128.6 inches of snow.