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Huacaschuque, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huacaschuque is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 242. Elevation: 9,905 ft (3,019 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Huacaschuque
Cabana is a city in Peru. It is the capital of both the Cabana District and the Province of Pallasca in the Ancash Region of northern Peru. Cabana was founded on January 2, 1857, although human habitation there likely predates arrival of the Spanish Conquistadors.
People
Climate
| Population | 242 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,905 ft (3,019 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.3065°, -78.0047° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.5 inches (2,223 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Huacaschuque
Huacaschuque is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 242. The city sits at an elevation of 9,905 feet (3,019 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,905 ft (3,019 m) |
| Area | 540.2 sq mi (1,399.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.3065°N, 78.0047°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis 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 | 115 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 132 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 1.4 in |
Huacaschuque has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in January to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Huacaschuque
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 88387 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88202 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88169 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88230 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88163 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 88163 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88167 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88184 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Huacaschuque
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Señor de Uchus | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Zonal de Cabana |
Stadiums & Teams in Huacaschuque
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huacaschuque
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Camposol Chao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Huacaschuque?
Huacaschuque has a population of 242 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 540.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huacaschuque?
Huacaschuque has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.5 inches.