Carhuacatac, Peru
Junin · Peru
Carhuacatac is a mid-size city in Junin, Peru with a population of 54,078. Elevation: 10,922 ft (3,329 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Carhuacatac
Nevado Copa is a mountain in the Andes of Peru whose summit reaches about 6,188 metres (20,302 ft) above sea level. It is situated in the Ancash Region, Asunción Province, Chacas District, and in the Carhuaz Province, Marcará District, south-east of Hualcán. Its territory is within the Peruvian protection area of Huascarán National Park and is part of the Cordillera Blanca.
People
Climate
| Population | 54,078 |
| Population Density | 617 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,922 ft (3,329 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.4463°, -75.6939° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.4 inches (1,129 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 34.8 inches (88 cm) |
About Carhuacatac
Carhuacatac is a mid-size city in Peru (Junin) with a population of 54,078. The city sits at an elevation of 10,922 feet (3,329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Carhuacatac
Carhuacatac has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C (49°F). The hottest month is Oct (10.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 224 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,922 ft (3,329 m) |
| Area | 87.6 sq mi (226.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 617/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4463°S, 75.6939°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 | 98 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in |
Carhuacatac has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 41°F in July to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Carhuacatac
11 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE José Carlos Mariátegui de Huanuquillo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30702 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30817 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Andres Avelino Caceres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 30716 Alberto Fujimori Fujimori | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 30715 Jose Carlos Mariategui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30707 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30769 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30772 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30784 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 31786 | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Carhuacatac
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 2 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Asuncion | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Techado Tarma |
Gas Stations in Carhuacatac
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Carhuacatac
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Carhuacatac
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carhuacatac
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Villa Paccha | |
| Iglesia San Juan Bautista de Tarmatambo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Carhuacatac?
Carhuacatac has a population of 54,078 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 617 people per square mile, spread across 87.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carhuacatac?
Carhuacatac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.
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