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Huacchis, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huacchis is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 485. Elevation: 11,375 ft (3,467 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 485 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,375 ft (3,467 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2003°, -76.7878° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.1 inches (1,323 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
About Huacchis
Huacchis is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 485. The city sits at an elevation of 11,375 feet (3,467 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.2°F |
| 37% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,375 ft (3,467 m) |
| Area | 43.3 sq mi (112.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2003°N, 76.7878°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 | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 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) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 33°F (0°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in |
Huacchis has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 33°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Huacchis
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86449 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86427 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86827 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Fabian Ortega Olascoaga | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86359 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86902 | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Huacchis
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uchiza Airport | UCZ | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Huacchis?
Huacchis has a population of 485 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 43.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huacchis?
Huacchis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.