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Chuquis, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Chuquis is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 840. Elevation: 11,037 ft (3,364 m). Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 840 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,037 ft (3,364 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.6769°, -76.7051° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.0 inches (1,499 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 42.4 inches (108 cm) |
About Chuquis
Chuquis is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 840. The city sits at an elevation of 11,037 feet (3,364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.6°F |
| 36% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,037 ft (3,364 m) |
| Area | 33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.6769°N, 76.7051°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 | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 33°F (1°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 3.9 in |
Chuquis has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 33°F in July to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Chuquis
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32640 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33398 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ucrumarca | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32302 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32300 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32224 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32303 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cegemun Huancachaca | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33266 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32811 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33122 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Manuel Scorsa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32813 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Tingo Chico | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32304 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32773 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Chuquis
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Mercado Central de La Union | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Gas Stations in Chuquis
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chuquis
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chuquis
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tingo Maria Airport | TGI | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chuquis?
Chuquis has a population of 840 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 33.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chuquis?
Chuquis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches, with 42.4 inches of snow.