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Carhuaz, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Carhuaz is a small city in Ancash, Peru with a population of 5,044. Elevation: 8,694 ft (2,650 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Carhuaz
Carhuaz, Peru is the capital of the province of Carhuaz. It is located in the Ancash Region, Carhuaz Province, Carhuaz District.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,044 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,694 ft (2,650 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2819°, -77.6447° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.8 inches (2,153 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
About Carhuaz
Carhuaz is a small city in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 5,044. The city sits at an elevation of 8,694 feet (2,650 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Carhuaz
Carhuaz has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 691 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,694 ft (2,650 m) |
| Area | 137.0 sq mi (354.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2819°N, 77.6447°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 0 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in |
Carhuaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 47°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Carhuaz
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Avante 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Alfred Nobel | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín de niños Nº 70 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes | — | — | — | — |
| I. E. Esther Larosa Sánchez | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86269 María Auxiliadora | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86296 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86300 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De Las Mercedes | — | — | — | — |
| Carhuaz | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86275 Delia Figueroa Arevalo | — | — | — | — |
| Amargura School | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Amauta School | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Sede De La Sabiduria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86294 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Alfred Nobel | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86934 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86303 Esther La Rosa Sanchez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Job Moises | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Job Moisés | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Cajamarquilla | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Carhuaz
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Carhuaz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ichic-Willkawaín | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Ancash | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante | ||||
| Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera | ||||
| Willkawaín |
Libraries in Carhuaz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carhuaz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro comercial y de abastos | |||||
| Centro Comercial Y De Abastos | |||||
| Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino" | |||||
| Gran Mercado Popular Huaraz | |||||
| Mercado Campo Ferial de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Central de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Central de Huaraz | |||||
| Mercado de Flores - Caraz | |||||
| Mercado de Independencia | |||||
| Mercado La Explanada de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Río Llullán |
Hotels in Carhuaz
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Carhuaz
18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Carhuaz
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Carhuaz
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Carhuaz
7 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Carhuaz
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Carhuaz
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Carhuaz
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carhuaz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Andina cervecería | ||||
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Carhuaz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Carhuaz
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Carhuaz
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Olva Courier | |
| SERPOST |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carhuaz
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla | |
| Capilla | |
| Parroquia de San Pedro | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Carhuaz?
Carhuaz has a population of 5,044 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 137.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carhuaz?
Carhuaz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.8 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.