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Chingalpa, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Chingalpa is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 462. Elevation: 10,364 ft (3,159 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

462 Population 3/sq mi density
10,364 ft Elevation 3,159 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
55.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population462
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation10,364 ft (3,159 m)
Population462
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation10,364 ft (3,159 m)
Coordinates-8.3391°, -77.5982°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation55.2 inches (1,403 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (1 cm)

About Chingalpa

Chingalpa is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 462. The city sits at an elevation of 10,364 feet (3,159 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chingalpa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,364 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below Peru avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,364 ft (3,159 m)
Area141.4 sq mi (366.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-8.3391°N, 77.5982°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.2"
45% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.90"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 121 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 53 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 135 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 134 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 108 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 150 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 73 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 112 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 130 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 82 km
Nov 19, 1998 2 km S of Coishco, Peru M4.7 137 km
May 14, 2014 25 km ENE of Uchiza, Peru M4.7 148 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 38 km
Aug 1, 2016 36 km NE of Arancay, Peru M4.7 132 km
Jul 23, 2013 5 km WSW of Coishco, Peru M4.6 141 km
Apr 6, 2013 23 km NNW of Puerto Santa, Peru M4.6 136 km
Feb 23, 2023 22 km SW of Quiches, Peru M4.6 24 km
Feb 15, 1994 38 km N of Tocache, Peru M4.6 136 km
May 8, 2002 27 km SSW of Puente Viru, Peru M4.6 142 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 64 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 1 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 4.2 in
March 58°F (14°C) 4.9 in Wettest
April 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 40°F (5°C) 0.5 in
August 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.4 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Warmest
December 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in

Chingalpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in January to 59°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Chingalpa

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 84178 El Amauta
Institución Educativa Moises Zeballos
Institución Educativa No. 84179
Institución Educativa No. 84231
Institución Educativa No. 84310
Institución Educativa No. 84238
Institución Educativa No. 84338
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Radio Stations near Chingalpa

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

Airports Near Chingalpa

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caraz AirportSmall Airport
Chagual AirportCGLSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Pias AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall Airport
Urpay 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 Chingalpa

What is the population of Chingalpa?

Chingalpa has a population of 462 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 141.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chingalpa?

Chingalpa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°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.

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