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Cahuac, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Cahuac is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 670. Elevation: 11,070 ft (3,374 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cahuac
Chavinillo, or Chawinillu, is the capital of Yarowilca Province, located in the Huánuco Region of central Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 670 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,070 ft (3,374 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.8526°, -76.6304° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.4 inches (1,914 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 94.3 inches (240 cm) |
About Cahuac
Cahuac is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 670. The city sits at an elevation of 11,070 feet (3,374 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.0°F |
| 30% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 346 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,070 ft (3,374 m) |
| Area | 33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.8526°N, 76.6304°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 143 km |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 4.1 in |
Cahuac has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 35°F in January to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Cahuac
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 32294 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33092 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32211 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa inicial No. 83 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32764 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33142 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32286 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cegemun Huayuculano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pariapampa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32233 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 32233 Miguel Grau | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32697 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32324 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32368 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33376 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32291 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Cahuac
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Mercado Central de La Union | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Cahuac
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cahuac
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tingo Maria Airport | TGI | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cahuac
What is the population of Cahuac?
Cahuac has a population of 670 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 33.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cahuac?
Cahuac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°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.