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Corpanqui, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Corpanqui is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 597. Elevation: 9,482 ft (2,890 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

597 Population 2/sq mi density
9,482 ft Elevation 2,890 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
83.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population597
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation9,482 ft (2,890 m)
Population597
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation9,482 ft (2,890 m)
Coordinates-10.2852°, -77.1990°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall58.6 inches (149 cm)

About Corpanqui

Corpanqui is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 597. The city sits at an elevation of 9,482 feet (2,890 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Corpanqui has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 58.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,482 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,482 ft (2,890 m)
Area398.7 sq mi (1,032.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-10.2852°N, 77.1990°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.1"
119% above Peru avg
Snowfall 58.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

113 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 120 km
Jul 17, 1992 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.8 148 km
May 11, 2002 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 144 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 118 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 144 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 140 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 150 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 128 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 100 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 141 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 135 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 118 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 95 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 130 km
Oct 19, 1992 30 km S of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.1 147 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 143 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 117 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 112 km
Oct 6, 2003 64 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 138 km
Feb 7, 2019 74 km W of Paramonga, Peru M4.9 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 119 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in
February 43°F (6°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 43°F (6°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 42°F (6°C) 2.4 in
May 40°F (5°C) 0.8 in
June 38°F (3°C) 0.1 in Coldest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 38°F (4°C) 0.2 in
September 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
December 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in

Corpanqui has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 38°F in June to 43°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Corpanqui

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 86242 Agustin Dextre Cordoba
Institución Educativa No. 86266
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Libraries in Corpanqui

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Corpanqui

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Santa Rosa

Restaurants in Corpanqui

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comedor Popular - San Miguel

Stadiums & Teams in Corpanqui

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Corpanqui

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Patao AirportSmall Airport
Pativilca AirstripSmall 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 Corpanqui

What is the population of Corpanqui?

Corpanqui has a population of 597 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 398.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Corpanqui?

Corpanqui has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches, with 58.6 inches of snow.

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