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Hualcán, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Hualcán is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 629. Elevation: 9,918 ft (3,023 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hualcán
Hualcán is a mountain in the Cordillera Blanca in the Andes of Peru, about 6,165 metres (20,226 ft) high. It is located in Ancash, between Chacas and Carhuaz districts. Hualcán lies south-east of Chequiaraju. Its territory is within the Peruvian protection area of Huascarán National Park and it's on the border of two provinces: Asuncion and Carhuaz. Cities of Chacas and Carhuaz.
People
Climate
| Population | 629 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,918 ft (3,023 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2560°, -77.6138° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.8 inches (2,153 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
About Hualcán
Hualcán is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 629. The city sits at an elevation of 9,918 feet (3,023 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,918 ft (3,023 m) |
| Area | 137.0 sq mi (354.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2560°N, 77.6138°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 5 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in |
Hualcán has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 47°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Hualcán
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 86293 Santa Ursula | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Chaupin | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86297 Señor De Los Afligidos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86280-1 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Hualcán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ichic-Willkawaín | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz | ||||
| Museo de Chacas | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante | ||||
| Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera | ||||
| Willkawaín |
Libraries in Hualcán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hualcán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro comercial y de abastos | |||||
| Centro Comercial Y De Abastos | |||||
| Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino" | |||||
| Mercado Campo Ferial de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Central de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado de Flores - Caraz | |||||
| Mercado La Explanada de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Río Llullán |
Breweries in Hualcán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Hualcán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hualcán
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Hualcán?
Hualcán has a population of 629 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 137.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hualcán?
Hualcán has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.8 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.