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Anchonga, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Anchonga is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 280. Elevation: 12,841 ft (3,914 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Anchonga
Lircay is a town in Central Peru, capital of the province Angaraes in the region Huancavelica. It is located at an altitude of 3,278 m.
The town had a population according to the 2007 census of 6,563 people. Most of the people of the town belong to the native American race.
People
Climate
| Population | 280 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,841 ft (3,914 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.9131°, -74.6914° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.6 inches (1,640 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 35.7 inches (91 cm) |
About Anchonga
Anchonga is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 280. The city sits at an elevation of 12,841 feet (3,914 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.5°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,841 ft (3,914 m) |
| Area | 198.5 sq mi (514.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.9131°N, 74.6914°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in |
Anchonga has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 41°F in January to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Anchonga
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Juan Velasco Alvarado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36562 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36299 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Daniel Alcides Carrion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36424 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36563 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36357 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pantachi Norte | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36787 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36217 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36334 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36823 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36300 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Chontacancha | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36478 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36354 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36810 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Anchonga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Anchonga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Centro | |||||
| Qatun Tambo Anqara |
Clinics in Anchonga
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Anchonga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Anchonga
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Choclococha 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 Anchonga?
Anchonga has a population of 280 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 198.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Anchonga?
Anchonga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.6 inches, with 35.7 inches of snow.