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Huachis, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huachis is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 734. Elevation: 10,650 ft (3,246 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 734 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,650 ft (3,246 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.4099°, -77.1004° |
| 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 Huachis
Huachis is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 734. The city sits at an elevation of 10,650 feet (3,246 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 | 10,650 ft (3,246 m) |
| Area | 159.3 sq mi (412.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.4099°N, 77.1004°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 | 61 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in |
Huachis has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 45°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Huachis
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86798 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86861 | - | - | - | - |
| Cetpro San Idelfonso | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Juan Velasco Alvarado | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86354 Sarita Colonia | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86422 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86356 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86991 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86423 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Huachis
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Nacional de Chavín |
Libraries in Huachis
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Huachis
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Huachis
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huachis
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz 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 Huachis?
Huachis has a population of 734 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 159.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huachis?
Huachis 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.