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Hualhuas, Peru

Junin · Peru

Hualhuas is a small city in Junin, Peru with a population of 5,251. Elevation: 10,709 ft (3,264 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

5,251 Population 285/sq mi density
10,709 ft Elevation 3,264 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Hualhuas

Hualhuas

Hualhuas District is one of twenty-eight districts of the province Huancayo in Peru. It is located approximately 7 kilometers north of Huancayo and is heavily native.

People

Population5,251
Density285/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation10,709 ft (3,264 m)
Population5,251
Population Density285 / sq mi
Elevation10,709 ft (3,264 m)
Coordinates-11.9715°, -75.2507°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall51.7 inches (131 cm)

About Hualhuas

Hualhuas is a small city in Peru (Junin) with a population of 5,251. The city sits at an elevation of 10,709 feet (3,264 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Hualhuas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,709 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,709 ft (3,264 m)
Area18.4 sq mi (47.7 km²)
Population Density285/sq mi
Coordinates-11.9715°N, 75.2507°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.50"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

176 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 144 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 142 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 111 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 145 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 57 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 149 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 105 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 125 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 148 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 149 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 122 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 50 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 140 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 59 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 146 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 144 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 22 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 45 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 148 km
Aug 11, 2002 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.1 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.0 in
February 52°F (11°C) 5.5 in Wettest
March 51°F (11°C) 5.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
November 53°F (11°C) 3.0 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in

Hualhuas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 39°F in July to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Hualhuas

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 30228
Institución Educativa Jose Olaya
Institución Educativa Matematico Gauss
Institución Educativa Claridad
Institución Educativa No. 30227
Institución Educativa Independencia School
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Radio Stations near Hualhuas

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Hualhuas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Casa de la Memoria
Museo Regional de Arqueología de Junín
Warivilca

Farmers Markets in Hualhuas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Año Nuevo
Centro Comercial Nazaret
Centro Comercial Virgen de la Candelaria
La Moderna de Chilca
mercado de San Jeronimo
Mercado Jorge Chávez
Mercado La Florida
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo de Chupaca
Mercado Modelo Huancayo
Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción
Mercado Pío Pata

Gas Stations in Hualhuas

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pecsa

Stadiums & Teams in Hualhuas

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Airports Near Hualhuas

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport
Mayor PNP Nancy Flores Paucar AirportMZASmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Hualhuas

37 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arcángel
Auquimarca
Centro de Atención Primaria II Chilca
Centro de Atención Primaria III Mantaro Huancayo Cercado
Centro Médico Las Americas S.A.
Centro Médico Mega Salud
Centro Medico Mi Buen Pastor
Centro Terapeutico Integral
Chilca
Chongos Bajo
Clinica El Carmen
Clinica Obsterica
Clínica Ortega
Clinica Ortega
Clínica Universal
Ghemo Lab
Huancan
Huari
Huayucachi
Incho
Justicia Paz Y Vida
La Libertad
New Life
ONG Salud Integral Andina
Ortopedia Good Hope
Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca
Pilcomayo
Policlinico Brevete Huancayo
Policlinico Del Centro
Policlínico Metropolitano Huancayo
Preventiva
Ray Sin Medicamentos ni Cirugias
Salud Y Mujer
San Agustin de Cajas
San Martin
Sapallanga
Sicaya

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,282 m (10,768 ft)
Postal Code
12501

🇵🇪 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 Hualhuas

What is the population of Hualhuas?

Hualhuas has a population of 5,251 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 285 people per square mile, spread across 18.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hualhuas?

Hualhuas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.

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