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Huacachi, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huacachi is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 829. Elevation: 11,253 ft (3,430 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Huacachi
Anra es una localidad de la provincia de Huari, del departamento de Áncash.
People
Climate
| Population | 829 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,253 ft (3,430 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.3164°, -76.9358° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.1 inches (2,391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Huacachi
Huacachi is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 829. The city sits at an elevation of 11,253 feet (3,430 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,253 ft (3,430 m) |
| Area | 43.3 sq mi (112.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.3164°N, 76.9358°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 | 78 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in |
Huacachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 45°F in January to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Huacachi
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86909 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Jeronimo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86419 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86351 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86420 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86415 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86418 | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Huacachi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Stadiums & Teams in Huacachi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huacachi
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | - | 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 Huacachi?
Huacachi has a population of 829 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 43.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huacachi?
Huacachi 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.