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Huacaña, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Huacaña is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 395. Elevation: 10,499 ft (3,200 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

395 Population 2/sq mi density
10,499 ft Elevation 3,200 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population395
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation10,499 ft (3,200 m)
Population395
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation10,499 ft (3,200 m)
Coordinates-14.1736°, -73.8864°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,058 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Huacaña

Huacaña is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 395. The city sits at an elevation of 10,499 feet (3,200 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huacaña experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 41.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 10,499 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below Peru avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,499 ft (3,200 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-14.1736°N, 73.8864°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.60"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

254 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 58 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 57 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 115 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 71 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 130 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 148 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 137 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 70 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 65 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 8 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 133 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 65 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 129 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 46 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 124 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 129 km
Sep 1, 2014 19 km S of Nazca, Peru M5.2 144 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 125 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 33 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 6.9 in
February 49°F (10°C) 6.7 in
March 49°F (9°C) 7.6 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.5 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
December 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in

Huacaña has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 45°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Huacaña

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 24126
Institución Educativa No. 24090
Institución Educativa Maria Parado De Bellido
Institución Educativa No. 24416
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Farmers Markets in Huacaña

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado De Andamarca

Airports Near Huacaña

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán 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 Huacaña

What is the population of Huacaña?

Huacaña has a population of 395 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huacaña?

Huacaña has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.

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