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Challas, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Challas is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 986. Elevation: 10,584 ft (3,226 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
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About Challas
Santiago de Challas es una localidad peruana capital del Distrito de Santiago de Challas de la Provincia de Pataz en el Departamento de La Libertad. Se ubica aproximadamente a unos 350 kilómetros al sureste de la ciudad de Trujillo.
People
Climate
| Population | 986 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,584 ft (3,226 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.4390°, -77.3239° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (1 cm) |
About Challas
Challas is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 986. The city sits at an elevation of 10,584 feet (3,226 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.0°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,584 ft (3,226 m) |
| Area | 141.4 sq mi (366.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.4390°N, 77.3239°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 | 100 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in |
Challas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 38°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Challas
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 80489 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81937 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80443 San Clemente De Alejandria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80443 San Clemente De Alejandria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81649 | — | — | — | — |
| Libertad | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80488 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81938 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80907 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru Ii | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80444 Santa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Challas
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Exitosa | news, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Inolvidable | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Mágica 88.3 FM | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) | noticias, reggaeton | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Challas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Alborada | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Challas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Challas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Challas
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay 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 Challas?
Challas has a population of 986 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 141.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Challas?
Challas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.