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Huachocolpa, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Huachocolpa is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 892. Elevation: 14,140 ft (4,310 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

892 Population 5/sq mi density
14,140 ft Elevation 4,310 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
55.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population892
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation14,140 ft (4,310 m)
Population892
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation14,140 ft (4,310 m)
Coordinates-13.0318°, -74.9471°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation55.4 inches (1,406 mm)
Annual Snowfall226.9 inches (576 cm)

About Huachocolpa

Huachocolpa is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 892. The city sits at an elevation of 14,140 feet (4,310 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huachocolpa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 226.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,140 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Geography

Elevation14,140 ft (4,310 m)
Area198.5 sq mi (514.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-13.0318°N, 74.9471°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.4"
46% above Peru avg
Snowfall 226.9"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.87"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

195 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 4, 2025.

Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 147 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 147 km
May 16, 1992 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru M6.1 144 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 119 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 144 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 128 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 108 km
May 6, 2012 14 km SE of Humay, Peru M5.6 127 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 66 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 118 km
May 12, 2021 1 km SE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.5 148 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 120 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 144 km
Jun 15, 2009 11 km N of San Clemente, Peru M5.4 141 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 137 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 102 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 46 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 97 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 115 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 5.8 in
February 40°F (5°C) 5.9 in Wettest
March 41°F (5°C) 5.9 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.9 in
May 38°F (4°C) 1.1 in
June 37°F (3°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 36°F (2°C) 0.6 in Coldest
September 38°F (3°C) 1.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.3 in

Huachocolpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 36°F in August to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Huachocolpa

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 36308
Institución Educativa No. 36740
Institución Educativa No. 37504
Institución Educativa Ricardo Palma
Institución Educativa No. 36020
Institución Educativa No. 36772
Institución Educativa No. 36356
Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria Bazan
Institución Educativa No. 36371
Institución Educativa No. 36769
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Radio Stations near Huachocolpa

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Huachocolpa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional Daniel Hernández Morillo

Farmers Markets in Huachocolpa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Abastos de Huancavelica
Qatun Tambo Anqara

Stadiums & Teams in Huachocolpa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huachocolpa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Choclococha AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Huachocolpa

What is the population of Huachocolpa?

Huachocolpa has a population of 892 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 198.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huachocolpa?

Huachocolpa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches, with 226.9 inches of snow.

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