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Ancahuasi, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Ancahuasi is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 1,921. Elevation: 11,470 ft (3,496 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About Ancahuasi
Ancahuasi, Quechua Ankawasi, is one of nine districts of the province Anta in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,921 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,470 ft (3,496 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.4574°, -72.3004° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.1 inches (916 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ancahuasi
Ancahuasi is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 1,921. The city sits at an elevation of 11,470 feet (3,496 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 359 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,470 ft (3,496 m) |
| Area | 102.4 sq mi (265.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.4574°N, 72.3004°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (130 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 4.9 in |
Ancahuasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Ancahuasi
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución educativa No. 50738 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 501359 San Martin De Porras | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 50737 Coronel Francisco Bolognesi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 50123 San Luis Gonzaga | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 501102 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 50127 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 50124 Joaquin Meseguer | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 50702 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ancahuasi
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Salkantay | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| JVM la Estación (Cusco) | baladas | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RAM Cusco | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) | clasicos, cultural | MP3 | |
| JVM la Estación | baladas | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ancahuasi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alqa Museo de Arte Popular Andino | ||||
| Inca Wasi Casa Museo | ||||
| Museo de la Chicha Yola | ||||
| Museo de Qespiwanka | ||||
| Yucay Museum |
Libraries in Ancahuasi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Urubamba | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ancahuasi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa Market | |||||
| Feria Piuraypampa | |||||
| Mercado Artesanal | |||||
| Mercado de Huayllabamba | |||||
| Mercado de Huayllabamba | |||||
| Mercado de Productores de Urubamba | |||||
| Mercado Ferial de Chinchaypujio | |||||
| Mercado Ollantaytambo | |||||
| Plaza Manya Raqui Graft Market | |||||
| Urubamba Market | |||||
| Urubamba Old Market |
Hotels in Ancahuasi
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ancahuasi
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ancahuasi
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ancahuasi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ancahuasi
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | CUZ | Large Airport |
| Huanacopampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamburco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Ancahuasi?
Ancahuasi has a population of 1,921 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 102.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ancahuasi?
Ancahuasi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches.