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Amashca, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Amashca is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 730. Elevation: 9,426 ft (2,873 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Amashca
Carhuaz, Peru is the capital of the province of Carhuaz. It is located in the Ancash Region, Carhuaz Province, Carhuaz District.
People
Climate
| Population | 730 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,426 ft (2,873 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2394°, -77.6465° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.1 inches (18 cm) |
About Amashca
Amashca is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 730. The city sits at an elevation of 9,426 feet (2,873 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,426 ft (2,873 m) |
| Area | 137.0 sq mi (354.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2394°N, 77.6465°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 | 5 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| 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 | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | 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 |
Amashca has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 43°F in January to 50°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Amashca
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 86289 Virgen De Natividad | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Amashca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ichic-Willkawaín | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante | ||||
| Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera | ||||
| Willkawaín |
Libraries in Amashca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Amashca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro comercial y de abastos | |||||
| Centro Comercial Y De Abastos | |||||
| Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino" | |||||
| Mercado Campo Ferial de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Central de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado de Flores - Caraz | |||||
| Mercado La Explanada de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Río Llullán |
Breweries in Amashca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Amashca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Amashca
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 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Amashca?
Amashca has a population of 730 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 Amashca?
Amashca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.