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Punchao, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Punchao is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 1,600. Elevation: 11,617 ft (3,541 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Punchao
Punchao or Punchaw is one of eleven districts of the province Huamalíes in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,600 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,617 ft (3,541 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.4622°, -76.8195° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.1 inches (2,391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Punchao
Punchao is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 1,600. The city sits at an elevation of 11,617 feet (3,541 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,617 ft (3,541 m) |
| Area | 43.3 sq mi (112.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.4622°N, 76.8195°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 4.1 in |
Punchao has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 45°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Punchao
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 32768 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32465 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32413 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32412 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Colegio Nacional | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32941 | - | - | - | - |
Stadiums & Teams in Punchao
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Punchao
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Punchao?
Punchao has a population of 1,600 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 43.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Punchao?
Punchao has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.1 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.