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Huacho, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huacho is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 557. Elevation: 9,455 ft (2,882 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 557 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,455 ft (2,882 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.3063°, -77.9505° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.9 inches (454 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huacho
Huacho is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 557. The city sits at an elevation of 9,455 feet (2,882 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,455 ft (2,882 m) |
| Area | 118.7 sq mi (307.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.3063°N, 77.9505°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 | 34 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 94 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in |
Huacho has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 44°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Huacho
36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86995 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86752 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86997 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86677 Santiago Antunez De Mayolo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88251 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88250 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86790 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86676 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86774 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88375 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 89538 Juan Bautista Alvarez Vera | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88292 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86672 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86967 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86668 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86684 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88379 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86871 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88301 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86786 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88347 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88279 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88327 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 87009-05 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 87009-04 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86733 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86812 Santa Maria Virgen | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86994 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88261 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88371 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86548 Jose Maria Velaz | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86809 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88378 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86748 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86996 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86747 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Huacho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado La Paradita | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Yautan |
Stadiums & Teams in Huacho
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huacho
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huacho
What is the population of Huacho?
Huacho has a population of 557 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 118.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huacho?
Huacho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.