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Chalhuanca, Peru
Apurímac Department · Peru
Chalhuanca is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 4,297. Elevation: 9,856 ft (3,004 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
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About Chalhuanca
Chalhuanca is a Peruvian city, the capital of the district of the same name and the province of Aymaraes, located in the department of Apurímac. It has a population of 27,857 inhabitants, mostly engaged in agricultural and mining activities.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,297 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,856 ft (3,004 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3006°, -73.2308° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Apurímac Department |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.7 inches (1,288 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 177.1 inches (450 cm) |
About Chalhuanca
Chalhuanca is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 4,297. The city sits at an elevation of 9,856 feet (3,004 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.6°F |
| 29% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,856 ft (3,004 m) |
| Area | 148.8 sq mi (385.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3006°N, 73.2308°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (158 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 7.1 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 44°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
Chalhuanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in January to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Chalhuanca
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| José María Arguedas | College | — | — |
Schools in Chalhuanca
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 54620 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54337 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54336 Virgen Del Rosario | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54338 | — | — | — | — |
| Chalhuanca | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Coar Apurimac | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54334 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54614 Nolasco Alfredo Roman Acuña | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54299 Jose Pardo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54298 Micaela Bastidas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54301 Juan Pablo Ii | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 54297 Patron Santiago | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Maria Auxiliadora | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Libertadores De America | — | — | — | — |
Restaurants in Chalhuanca
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chalhuanca
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chalhuanca
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chalhuanca
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chalhuanca
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Tamburco Airport | — | 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 Chalhuanca?
Chalhuanca has a population of 4,297 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chalhuanca?
Chalhuanca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches, with 177.1 inches of snow.