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Vicos, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Vicos is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 623. Elevation: 9,957 ft (3,035 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vicos
Vicos or Paccharuri is a 5,315 m (17,438 ft) high mountain in the Cordillera Blanca in the Andes of Peru. It is situated in the Ancash Region, Carhuaz Province, Marcara District. Paccharuri lies in the Huascarán National Park, southwest of Copa and southeast of Lake Lejiacocha.
People
Climate
| Population | 623 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,957 ft (3,035 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.3279°, -77.5522° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.8 inches (2,153 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
About Vicos
Vicos is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 623. The city sits at an elevation of 9,957 feet (3,035 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,957 ft (3,035 m) |
| Area | 137.0 sq mi (354.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.3279°N, 77.5522°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 11 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in |
Vicos has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 47°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Vicos
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 86816 Tupac Yupanqui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86321 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86762 Carlos Eduardo Zavaleta Rivera | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86961 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86320 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86988-3 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86988-1 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86304 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86277 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pedro Pablo Atusparia | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86305 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vicos
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Vicos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ichic-Willkawaín | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Ancash | ||||
| Museo de Chacas | ||||
| Willkawaín |
Libraries in Vicos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vicos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro comercial y de abastos | |||||
| Centro Comercial Y De Abastos | |||||
| Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino" | |||||
| Gran Mercado Popular Huaraz | |||||
| La Parada | |||||
| Mercado Central de Huaraz | |||||
| Mercado de Challhua | |||||
| Mercado de Independencia | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Breweries in Vicos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Andina cervecería | ||||
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Vicos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vicos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vicos
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Huascarán National Park | Natural | 1985 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Vicos
What is the population of Vicos?
Vicos has a population of 623 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 137.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vicos?
Vicos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.8 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.