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Chavin de Pariarca, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Chavin de Pariarca is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 977. Elevation: 11,073 ft (3,375 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

977 Population 23/sq mi density
11,073 ft Elevation 3,375 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
94.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population977
Density23/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain94.1 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation11,073 ft (3,375 m)
Population977
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation11,073 ft (3,375 m)
Coordinates-9.4231°, -76.7711°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation94.1 inches (2,391 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)

About Chavin de Pariarca

Chavin de Pariarca is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 977. The city sits at an elevation of 11,073 feet (3,375 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chavin de Pariarca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 333 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 94.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 11,073 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,073 ft (3,375 m)
Area43.3 sq mi (112.0 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates-9.4231°N, 76.7711°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 94.1"
148% above Peru avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 22, 2025.

Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 125 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 110 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 115 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 85 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 142 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 111 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 134 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 109 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 115 km
Jun 26, 2008 central Peru M5.0 138 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 109 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 103 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 69 km
Jun 18, 1991 43 km E of Uchiza, Peru M4.8 130 km
Mar 25, 2006 58 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M4.8 147 km
Jan 6, 2002 25 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 101 km
Jul 28, 2015 58 km ESE of Churubamba, Peru M4.8 139 km
Sep 3, 2019 50 km NNW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 86 km
Jun 25, 2014 53 km WNW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.8 145 km
Aug 25, 2002 33 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M4.8 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 4.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in
August 47°F (8°C) 0.9 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in Warmest
December 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in

Chavin de Pariarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 45°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Chavin de Pariarca

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 33095
Institución Educativa No. 32439
Institución Educativa Colegio Nacional
Institución Educativa No. 32210
Institución Educativa 32397 Roberto Terry Schreiber
Institución Educativa No. 32440
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Stadiums & Teams in Chavin de Pariarca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chavin de Pariarca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo 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 Chavin de Pariarca

What is the population of Chavin de Pariarca?

Chavin de Pariarca has a population of 977 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 43.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chavin de Pariarca?

Chavin de Pariarca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°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.

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