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Baños, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Baños is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 929. Elevation: 11,201 ft (3,414 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

929 Population 2/sq mi density
11,201 ft Elevation 3,414 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
75.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population929
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain75.4 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation11,201 ft (3,414 m)
Population929
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation11,201 ft (3,414 m)
Coordinates-10.0767°, -76.7353°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,914 mm)
Annual Snowfall94.3 inches (240 cm)

About Baños

Baños is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 929. The city sits at an elevation of 11,201 feet (3,414 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Baños has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 94.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,201 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below Peru avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,201 ft (3,414 m)
Area398.7 sq mi (1,032.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-10.0767°N, 76.7353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.4"
98% above Peru avg
Snowfall 94.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.90"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

104 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 136 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 138 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 117 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 138 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 145 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 143 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 147 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 142 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 146 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 95 km
Mar 5, 2019 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 144 km
Jan 23, 2007 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 144 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 137 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 62 km
Jul 28, 2015 58 km ESE of Churubamba, Peru M4.8 123 km
Jan 6, 2002 25 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 143 km
Jul 17, 2023 17 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 123 km
Aug 7, 2012 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 127 km
Sep 3, 2019 50 km NNW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 145 km
Mar 25, 2006 58 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M4.8 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 600 119 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 5.3 in Warmest
March 46°F (8°C) 5.9 in Wettest
April 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
May 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in
June 42°F (6°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in
August 43°F (6°C) 1.0 in
September 44°F (6°C) 1.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in

Baños has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 35°F in January to 46°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Baños

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32353
Institución Educativa Fermin Pablo Coz Martel
Institución Educativa No. 32260
Institución Educativa No. 32772
Institución Educativa No. 32921
Institución Educativa Pedro Pablo Kuczynski De La Merced
Institución Educativa Señor De Los Andes
Institución Educativa No. 32259
Institución Educativa Tres De Mayo
Institución Educativa 32256 Nancy Ann Lange De Kuczynki
Institución Educativa No. 32358
Institución Educativa No. 32835
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Farmers Markets in Baños

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gran Mercado Central de La Union
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Baños

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hostal Aviles

Restaurants in Baños

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante Tulita

Clinics in Baños

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puesto de salud

Dentists in Baños

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dental Henry

Gas Stations in Baños

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #11299063992

Banks in Baños

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco de la Nación

Stadiums & Teams in Baños

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Baños

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Baños

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Baños

What is the population of Baños?

Baños has a population of 929 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 398.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Baños?

Baños has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 94.3 inches of snow.

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