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Chaná, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Chaná is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 747. Elevation: 11,250 ft (3,429 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 747 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,250 ft (3,429 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.4032°, -77.0112° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.1 inches (2,391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Chaná
Chaná is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 747. The city sits at an elevation of 11,250 feet (3,429 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,250 ft (3,429 m) |
| Area | 159.3 sq mi (412.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.4032°N, 77.0112°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 | 71 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in |
Chaná has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 45°F in January to 48°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Chaná
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86885 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86844 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86884 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86347 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Pedro Pablo Atusparia | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Eleazar Guzman Barron | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86810 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86346 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Chaná
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Nacional de Chavín |
Libraries in Chaná
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Chaná
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chaná
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chaná
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chaná
What is the population of Chaná?
Chaná has a population of 747 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 159.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chaná?
Chaná has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.1 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.