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Chacas, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Chacas is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 10,869 ft (3,313 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chacas
San Martín de Chacas is a Peruvian town, capital of the eponymous district and the Asunción Province, located in the east-central region of Ancash. It has an urban population of 2,082 located at 3,359 meters; and a district of 5,334 people. The district, located in the sub-basin of the Marañon River, has an area of 447.69 km2, which represents 85% of the province.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,869 ft (3,313 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1621°, -77.3660° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.1 inches (18 cm) |
About Chacas
Chacas is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 10,869 feet (3,313 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,869 ft (3,313 m) |
| Area | 172.9 sq mi (447.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1621°N, 77.3660°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 33 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in |
Chacas has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 43°F in January to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Chacas
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 86841 Vicente Y Ursula De Censi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Maestro Ugo de Censi 86339 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Amauta Atusparia | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86983 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86457 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86397 Juan Santos Atahualpa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86984 San Miguel De Goyllarhuanca | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 89542 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86945 Santa Cruz De Rayan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86399 Juan Pablo Ii | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Amiguitos De Alameda | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86796 Santa Rosa De Tazapampa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86396 Oscar Colchado Lucio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Don Bosco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Margarita Occhiena | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86767 Zoila Aurora Caceres Moreno | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86982 Domingo Savio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 89549 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86345 Julio C. Tello | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chacas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Chacas |
Libraries in Chacas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chacas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro comercial y de abastos | |||||
| Centro Comercial Y De Abastos | |||||
| Mercado |
Hotels in Chacas
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chacas
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chacas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chacas
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chacas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Chacas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chacas
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 Chacas
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de Tayta Wiru | |
| Iglesia Cristiana Movimiento Misionero Mundial | |
| Iglesia de Macuash | |
| Santuario de Mama Ashu |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chacas
What is the weather like in Chacas?
Chacas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.