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Shelby, Peru
Pasco · Peru
Shelby is a small town in Pasco, Peru with a population of 850. Elevation: 13,527 ft (4,123 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Shelby
Colquijirca es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Pasco, provincia de Pasco, distrito de Tinyahuarco. Se encuentra a una altitud de 4.082 m s. n. m. Tenía una población de 2867 habitantes en 1993.
People
Climate
| Population | 850 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,527 ft (4,123 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.8107°, -76.2239° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Pasco |
| Average Temperature | 30°F (-1°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (945 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 59.5 inches (151 cm) |
About Shelby
Shelby is a small town in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 850. The city sits at an elevation of 13,527 feet (4,123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 30°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 28°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 30.0°F |
| 44% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,527 ft (4,123 m) |
| Area | 37.1 sq mi (96.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.8107°N, 76.2239°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 49 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 5.4 in | |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 40°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 40°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
Shelby has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 28°F in July to 43°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Shelby
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 34043 Simon Bolivar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 34108 Ciro Alegria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Coronel Francisco Bolognesi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Republica De Argentina | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Shelby
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCADO "REAL DE MINAS" |
Clinics in Shelby
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shelby
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shelby
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shelby
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shelby
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shelby
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pozuzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Shelby
What is the population of Shelby?
Shelby has a population of 850 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 37.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shelby?
Shelby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 28°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches, with 59.5 inches of snow.