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Chacos, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Chacos is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 553. Elevation: 10,823 ft (3,299 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

553 Population 5/sq mi density
10,823 ft Elevation 3,299 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
57.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population553
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation10,823 ft (3,299 m)
Population553
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation10,823 ft (3,299 m)
Coordinates-10.3592°, -76.1696°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation57.5 inches (1,460 mm)
Annual Snowfall133.0 inches (338 cm)

About Chacos

Chacos is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 553. The city sits at an elevation of 10,823 feet (3,299 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chacos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 133.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,823 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below Peru avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,823 ft (3,299 m)
Area112.8 sq mi (292.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-10.3592°N, 76.1696°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.5"
51% above Peru avg
Snowfall 133.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.02"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

182 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 149 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 126 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 69 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 64 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 72 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 146 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 116 km
Mar 13, 2018 56 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 130 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 86 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 122 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 91 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 80 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 106 km
Oct 18, 1994 1 km SE of Villa Rica, Peru M5.0 109 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 76 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 144 km
Jan 28, 1999 37 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.0 141 km
Jan 22, 2018 41 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.0 139 km
Mar 2, 2005 10 km SSE of Santa Rosa de Sacco, Peru M4.9 145 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 6.0 in Wettest
March 49°F (9°C) 5.9 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
August 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in
November 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in Warmest
December 49°F (9°C) 4.8 in

Chacos has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 34°F in January to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Chacos

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución educativa No. 32198
Institución educativa No. 32192
Institución Educativa No. 32196
Institución Educativa No. 32194
Institución Educativa No. 33327
Institución Educativa No. 32201
Institución Educativa No. 32193
Institución Educativa Cped - 32193
Institución Educativa No. 32883
Institución Educativa No. 32815
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Farmers Markets in Chacos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Ambo
Mercado Isco
Mercado Virgen del Carmen

Restaurants in Chacos

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Chacos

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Airports Near Chacos

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Pozuzo AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chacos

What is the population of Chacos?

Chacos has a population of 553 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 112.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chacos?

Chacos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches, with 133.0 inches of snow.

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