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Vicco, Peru

Pasco · Peru

Vicco is a small town in Pasco, Peru with a population of 1,400. Elevation: 13,468 ft (4,105 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

1,400 Population 38/sq mi density
13,468 ft Elevation 4,105 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Vicco

Vicco Airport is a very high elevation airport serving the mining town of Vicco in the Pasco Region of Peru.

People

Population1,400
Density38/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation13,468 ft (4,105 m)
Population1,400
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation13,468 ft (4,105 m)
Coordinates-10.8411°, -76.2361°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePasco
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (945 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.5 inches (151 cm)

About Vicco

Vicco is a small town in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 1,400. The city sits at an elevation of 13,468 feet (4,105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Vicco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 37.2 inches. The area receives 59.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,468 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,468 ft (4,105 m)
Area37.1 sq mi (96.1 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates-10.8411°N, 76.2361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below Peru avg
Snowfall 59.5"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.00"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

166 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 96 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 68 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 120 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 95 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 18 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 138 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 138 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 146 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 142 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 148 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 141 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 99 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 106 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 94 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 104 km
Jan 28, 1999 37 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.0 149 km
Jan 22, 2018 41 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.0 148 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 98 km
Oct 18, 1994 1 km SE of Villa Rica, Peru M5.0 107 km
Feb 13, 2019 2 km SE of Paca, Peru M4.9 127 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 45 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 6.0 in Wettest
March 43°F (6°C) 6.0 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
May 42°F (5°C) 1.7 in
June 40°F (5°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
August 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
September 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
December 44°F (6°C) 5.0 in Warmest

Vicco has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 30°F in January to 44°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Vicco

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 34104
Institución Educativa No. 34106
Institución Educativa Pedro Paulet
Institución Educativa Mariscal Miller
Institución Educativa No. 34046
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Farmers Markets in Vicco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
MERCADO "REAL DE MINAS"

Stadiums & Teams in Vicco

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Airports Near Vicco

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ricrán 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 Vicco

What is the population of Vicco?

Vicco has a population of 1,400 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 37.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vicco?

Vicco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°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.

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