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Centenario, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Centenario is a mid-size city in Ancash, Peru with a population of 47,581. Elevation: 9,970 ft (3,039 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Centenario
Huaraz, formerly designated as San Sebastián de Huaraz, is a city in Peru. It is the capital of the Ancash Region and the seat of government of Huaraz Province. The urban area's population is distributed over the districts of Huaraz and Independencia. The city is located in the middle of the Callejon de Huaylas valley and on the right side of the Santa river. The city has an elevation of approximately 3050 meters above sea level. The built-up area covers 8 square kilometers and has a population of 120,000 inhabitants, making it the second largest city in the central Peruvian Andes after the city of Huancayo. It is the 22nd largest city in Peru. Huaraz is the seat of the province's Roman Catholic Bishop and the site of the cathedral.
People
Climate
| Population | 47,581 |
| Population Density | 226 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,970 ft (3,039 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.5166°, -77.5305° |
| 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 Centenario
Centenario is a mid-size city in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 47,581. The city sits at an elevation of 9,970 feet (3,039 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 Centenario
Centenario 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 | 9,970 ft (3,039 m) |
| Area | 210.4 sq mi (545.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 226/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.5166°N, 77.5305°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 | 29 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in |
Centenario has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 42°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Centenario
48 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Marcos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86097 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Luxor | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Las Americas School | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Peruano Americano | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Trilce | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Albert Einstein | - | - | - | - |
| Michael Faraday | - | - | - | - |
| Gran Chavín | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Infinity School | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Goleman High School | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Peruano Frances | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86094 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Martin De Porres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Integral | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Tola Pasquel | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Brian Weiss | - | - | - | - |
| Aldea infantil Señor de la Soledad | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86088 Señor De Los Milagros | - | - | - | - |
| I. E. Cristo Rey Huaraz | - | - | - | - |
| I. E. El Mirador | - | - | - | - |
| I. E. 86021 Simon Antonio Bolivar Palacios | - | - | - | - |
| I. E. Patay Bajo Prol Huaylas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Mariscal Toribio de Luzuriaga | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86033 | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto San José Marello | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Franklin Roosevelt | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Suiza Peruana | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86084 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86038 Viviano Paredes Macedo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86035 San Cristobal | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86943 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86761 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86031 Nustra Señora De La Asuncion | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86085 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86032 San Agustin | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Albert Einstein | - | - | - | - |
| I. E. 87003-1 Jesus Nazareno | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86040 Suiza Peruana | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Huaraz School | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86039 Victor Zuñiga Toledo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86091 Manuel Gonzales Prada | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86036 Coronel Francisco Bolognesi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Franklin Roosevelt | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86034 San Martin De Porres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86029 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86788 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86889 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Centenario
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ichic-Willkawaín | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Ancash | ||||
| Willkawaín |
Libraries in Centenario
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Centenario
| 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 | |||||
| La Parada | |||||
| Mercado Central de Huaraz | |||||
| Mercado de Challhua | |||||
| Mercado de Independencia | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Centenario
15 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Centenario
18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Centenario
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Centenario
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Centenario
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Centenario
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Centenario
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Centenario
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Centenario
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Andina cervecería | ||||
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Centenario
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Centenario
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Centenario
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Convento | |
| Iglesia de Independencia | |
| Iglesia San Miguel - Chequió | |
| Iglesia Señor de Chaucayan | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Parroquia Santo Toribio Alfonso de Mogrovejo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Centenario?
Centenario has a population of 47,581 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 226 people per square mile, spread across 210.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Centenario?
Centenario 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.