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Ricrán, Peru

Junin · Peru

Ricrán is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 735. Elevation: 12,671 ft (3,862 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

735 Population 11/sq mi density
12,671 ft Elevation 3,862 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population735
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation12,671 ft (3,862 m)
Population735
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation12,671 ft (3,862 m)
Coordinates-11.5426°, -75.5234°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.8 inches (88 cm)

About Ricrán

Ricrán is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 735. The city sits at an elevation of 12,671 feet (3,862 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ricrán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 12,671 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,671 ft (3,862 m)
Area67.9 sq mi (175.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-11.5426°N, 75.5234°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Peru avg
Snowfall 34.8"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.28"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

217 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 110 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 134 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 139 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 114 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 96 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 112 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 120 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 149 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 139 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 150 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 93 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 126 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 131 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 129 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 129 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 43 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 59 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 115 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 98 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.7 in
February 49°F (9°C) 5.3 in Wettest
March 48°F (9°C) 5.1 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 47°F (9°C) 1.0 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in Warmest
November 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in
December 49°F (9°C) 4.3 in

Ricrán has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 41°F in July to 49°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Ricrán

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 30416 Alejandro Rosales Torres
Institución Educativa 30471 Julian Chavez Huanuco
Institución Educativa No. 30472
Institución Educativa No. 30470
Institución Educativa Jose Galvez Barrenechea
Institución Educativa No. 30475
Institución Educativa No. 30474
Institución Educativa No. 30732
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Museums in Ricrán

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in Ricrán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 2 de Mayo
Mercado Asuncion
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Techado Tarma

Stadiums & Teams in Ricrán

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ricrán

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall 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 Ricrán

What is the population of Ricrán?

Ricrán has a population of 735 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ricrán?

Ricrán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.

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