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Carhuanca, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Carhuanca is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 500. Elevation: 10,190 ft (3,106 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Carhuanca
Belén es una comunidad, capital del Distrito de Belén, de la Provincia de Sucre, en el departamento de Ayacucho, Perú.
People
Climate
| Population | 500 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,190 ft (3,106 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.7424°, -73.7875° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.7 inches (1,339 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.9 inches (20 cm) |
About Carhuanca
Carhuanca is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 500. The city sits at an elevation of 10,190 feet (3,106 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,190 ft (3,106 m) |
| Area | 69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.7424°N, 73.7875°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 6.1 in | |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 in |
Carhuanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 43°F in July to 59°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.6") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Carhuanca
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 38550 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38625 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38159 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38156 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38592 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38166 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Carhuanca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Uripa |
Farmers Markets in Carhuanca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Hualla |
Stadiums & Teams in Carhuanca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Carhuanca
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán 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 Carhuanca?
Carhuanca has a population of 500 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carhuanca?
Carhuanca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.