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Huacrachuco, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Huacrachuco is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 3,945. Elevation: 12,976 ft (3,955 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
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About Huacrachuco
Huacrachuco (Waqra-chuko) is a town in central Peru, capital of Marañón Province in Huánuco Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,945 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,976 ft (3,955 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.6500°, -77.0833° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.4 inches (1,637 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huacrachuco
Huacrachuco is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 3,945. The city sits at an elevation of 12,976 feet (3,955 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,976 ft (3,955 m) |
| Area | 89.0 sq mi (230.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.6500°N, 77.0833°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 | 94 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in |
Huacrachuco has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 39°F in July to 56°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Huacrachuco
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faustino cimarolli | College | — | — |
Schools in Huacrachuco
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 84334 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio María Auxiliadora | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 84222 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84254 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pachacutec | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33428 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84071 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84318 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84055 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru Ii | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84047 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84311 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Huayna Capac | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84316 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Huayna Capac | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84045 Jorge Chavez Dartnell | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84080 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33427 | — | — | — | — |
| Odec - Huacrachuco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84083 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84402 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84076 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84048 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84081 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Huacrachuco
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Exitosa | news, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Inolvidable | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Mágica 88.3 FM | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) | noticias, reggaeton | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Huacrachuco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Huacrachuco
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Huacrachuco
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Huacrachuco
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Huacrachuco
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Huacrachuco
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Huacrachuco
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Huacrachuco
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Huacrachuco
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Huacrachuco
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Huacrachuco
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palmas del Espino Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tocache Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uchiza Airport | UCZ | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Huacrachuco
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Agencia Serpost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Huacrachuco
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| La Hermosa | |
| Movimiento Misionero Mundial | |
| Salón del Reino de Los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Huacrachuco
What is the population of Huacrachuco?
Huacrachuco has a population of 3,945 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 89.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huacrachuco?
Huacrachuco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.4 inches.