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Chingas, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Chingas is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 729. Elevation: 9,777 ft (2,980 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chingas
Chingas District is one of six districts of the Antonio Raymondi Province in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 729 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,777 ft (2,980 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1190°, -76.9915° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.1 inches (1,323 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
About Chingas
Chingas is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 729. The city sits at an elevation of 9,777 feet (2,980 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.2°F |
| 37% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,777 ft (2,980 m) |
| Area | 159.3 sq mi (412.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1190°N, 76.9915°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 | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 33°F (0°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in |
Chingas has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 33°F in July to 56°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Chingas
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86177 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Julio C. Tello | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86190 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86178 Micaela Bastidas Puyucawa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86174 Cesar Abraham Vallejo Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86957 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86984 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Antonio Raimondi | — | — | — | — |
| Llamellin | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86189 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86179 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86191 Daniel Alcides Carrion Garcia | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86980 | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Chingas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Chingas
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chingas
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chingas
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chingas
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chingas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chingas
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chingas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chingas
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Playa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uchiza Airport | UCZ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chingas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Salón Del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chingas?
Chingas has a population of 729 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 Chingas?
Chingas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.