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Huacar, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Huacar is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 2,019. Elevation: 6,946 ft (2,117 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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About Huacar
Ambo is a town in central Peru. Ambo is the capital of the province Ambo in the region Huánuco.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,019 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,946 ft (2,117 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.1603°, -76.2369° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.2 inches (1,859 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.1 inches (61 cm) |
About Huacar
Huacar is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 2,019. The city sits at an elevation of 6,946 feet (2,117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,946 ft (2,117 m) |
| Area | 112.8 sq mi (292.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.1603°N, 76.2369°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in |
Huacar has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in July to 59°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Huacar
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 32180 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32182 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32185 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32937 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32154 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32184 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ricardo Palma Soriano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32157 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32997 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32178 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa María de Guadalupe | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32150 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Gregorio Cartagena | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32179 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33145 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33170 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Huacar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kotosh Preinca Culture | ||||
| Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez |
Libraries in Huacar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Huacar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ambo | |||||
| Mercado de Paucarbamba | |||||
| Mercado Isco | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista de Puelles | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Huánuco | |||||
| Mercado Viejo de Huánuco | |||||
| Mercado Virgen del Carmen |
Clinics in Huacar
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Huacar
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Huacar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huacar
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Huacar
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiología Huánuco | ||
| Cayran | ||
| Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo | ||
| Clínica Roca | ||
| Detecta | ||
| Las Moras | ||
| San Fernando | ||
| San Gabriel | ||
| San Juan | ||
| Santa María | ||
| Tomografías Campos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Huacar
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San Miguel Arcangel |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huacar
What is the population of Huacar?
Huacar has a population of 2,019 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 112.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huacar?
Huacar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow.