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Ahuaycha, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Ahuaycha is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 794. Elevation: 12,989 ft (3,959 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ahuaycha
Ahuaycha District is one of sixteen districts of the province Tayacaja in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 794 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,989 ft (3,959 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.4074°, -74.8915° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.0 inches (990 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.4 inches (11 cm) |
About Ahuaycha
Ahuaycha is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 794. The city sits at an elevation of 12,989 feet (3,959 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,989 ft (3,959 m) |
| Area | 20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.4074°N, 74.8915°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in |
Ahuaycha has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 47°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Ahuaycha
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 30942 San Martin De Porras | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 35016 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31024 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31025 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mi Peru | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ahuaycha
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Libraries in Ahuaycha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ahuaycha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Colcabamba | |||||
| Mercado de Pichos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Pampas |
Stadiums & Teams in Ahuaycha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ahuaycha
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial 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 Ahuaycha?
Ahuaycha has a population of 794 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ahuaycha?
Ahuaycha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.