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Challhuahuacho, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Challhuahuacho is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 12,192 ft (3,716 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,192 ft Elevation 3,716 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Challhuahuacho

Challhuahuacho

Chalhuahuacho es una localidad peruana, capital del distrito de Chalhuahuacho ubicado en la provincia de Cotabambas en el departamento de Apurímac. Se encuentra a aproximadamente 200 kilómetros de la ciudad de Abancay. Está a una altitud de 3.698 m s.n.m.

People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation12,192 ft (3,716 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation12,192 ft (3,716 m)
Coordinates-14.1167°, -72.2500°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation56.9 inches (1,445 mm)
Annual Snowfall66.8 inches (170 cm)

About Challhuahuacho

Challhuahuacho is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 12,192 feet (3,716 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 56.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Challhuahuacho has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 66.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,192 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 40°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,192 ft (3,716 m)
Area995.2 sq mi (2,577.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-14.1167°N, 72.2500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.9"
50% above Peru avg
Snowfall 66.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.70"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

319 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 112 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 113 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 37 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 49 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 140 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 41 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 123 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 100 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 114 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 133 km
Oct 24, 2000 13 km SE of Alca, Peru M5.4 131 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 50 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 54 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 53 km
Apr 20, 1990 8 km SSE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 125 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 56 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 131 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 120 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 145 km
May 21, 2013 25 km WSW of Ocoruro, Peru M5.2 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (97 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 97 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 145 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 191 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 7.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 49°F (9°C) 7.1 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 40°F (4°C) 0.2 in
August 44°F (7°C) 0.4 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
December 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in Warmest

Challhuahuacho has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 38°F in January to 50°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.7") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Challhuahuacho

34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 50779 Pararani
Institución Educativa 501190 Chicñahui
Institución Educativa 50651 Fuerabamba
Institución Educativa Fuerabamba
Institución Educativa 50911 Chuicuni
Institución Educativa 51074 Ccasa
Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas
Institución Educativa 50668 Queuña
Institución Educativa Queuña
Institución Educativa 50833 Pumamarca
Institución Educativa 501215 Ccahuapirhua
Institución Educativa No. 54695
Institución Educativa Leoncio Prado
Institución Educativa No. 54909
Chalhuahuacho
Institución Educativa 50633 Chalhuahuacho
Institución Educativa Cema Challhuahuacho
Institución Educativa Wichaypampa
Institución Educativa 50665 Congota
Institución Educativa 501196 Saccsahuilca
Institución Educativa Patabamba
Institución Educativa 501201 Minascucho
Institución Educativa 50664 Chila
Institución Educativa Chila
Institución Educativa 50667 Divino Niño Jesus
Institución Educativa 54910 Wichaypampa
Institución Educativa 50652 Quehuira
Institución Educativa 54908 Juan Velasco Alvarado
Institución Educativa 1001 Alamos
Institución Educativa 501212 Antuyo
Institución Educativa 50649 Choqquecca
Institución Educativa Choqquecca
Institución Educativa 501197 Allahua
Institución Educativa Pumamarca
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Clinics in Challhuahuacho

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Nueva Fuerabamba

Bus Stations in Challhuahuacho

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal Terrestre de Challhuahuacho

Banks in Challhuahuacho

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco de la Nación

Airports Near Challhuahuacho

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,698 m (12,133 ft)
Postal Code
03261

🇵🇪 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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What is the weather like in Challhuahuacho?

Challhuahuacho 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 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches, with 66.8 inches of snow.

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