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Ambo, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Ambo is a small city in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 6,865. Elevation: 6,883 ft (2,098 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ambo
Ambo is a town in central Peru. Ambo is the capital of the province Ambo in the region Huánuco.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,865 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,883 ft (2,098 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.1308°, -76.2047° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.2 inches (1,859 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.1 inches (61 cm) |
About Ambo
Ambo is a small city in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 6,865. The city sits at an elevation of 6,883 feet (2,098 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.9°F |
| 24% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,883 ft (2,098 m) |
| Area | 112.8 sq mi (292.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.1308°N, 76.2047°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 | 117 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 40°F (5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in |
Ambo has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in January to 60°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Ambo
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución educativa Sagrado Corazon de jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Mi Pequeño Mundo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Julio Benavides Sanguinetti | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 32882 Isabel Flores De Oliva | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Ciencias | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32140 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Galileo Galilei College | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Juan Jose Crespo Y Castillo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Ciencias E Innovacion | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 33249 | - | - | - | - |
| Hessen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Hessen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Marcos | - | - | - | - |
| Max Planck | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32687 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32758 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 33219 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32141 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Ambo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kotosh Preinca Culture | ||||
| Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez |
Libraries in Ambo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ambo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ambo | |||||
| Mercado de Paucarbamba | |||||
| Mercado Isco | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista de Puelles | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Huánuco | |||||
| Mercado Viejo de Huánuco | |||||
| Mercado Virgen del Carmen |
Hotels in Ambo
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ambo
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ambo
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ambo
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ambo
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ambo
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ambo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ambo
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ambo
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiología Huánuco | ||
| Cayran | ||
| Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo | ||
| Clínica Roca | ||
| Detecta | ||
| Las Moras | ||
| San Fernando | ||
| San Gabriel | ||
| San Juan | ||
| Santa María | ||
| Tomografías Campos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ambo
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Alianza Cristiana y Misionera | |
| Iglesia de Ambo | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Peruana Ambo | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ambo
What is the population of Ambo?
Ambo has a population of 6,865 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 112.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ambo?
Ambo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow.