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Huallanca, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Huallanca is a small city in Ancash, Peru with a population of 5,064. Elevation: 11,611 ft (3,539 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

5,064 Population 152/sq mi density
11,611 ft Elevation 3,539 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
58.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huallanca

Huallanca

La ciudad de Huallanca es la capital del distrito de Huallanca en la provincia de Bolognesi, región Áncash, en el Perú.

People

Population5,064
Density152/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain58.3 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation11,611 ft (3,539 m)
Population5,064
Population Density152 / sq mi
Elevation11,611 ft (3,539 m)
Coordinates-9.8980°, -76.9409°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation58.3 inches (1,480 mm)
Annual Snowfall163.3 inches (415 cm)

About Huallanca

Huallanca is a small city in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 5,064. The city sits at an elevation of 11,611 feet (3,539 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huallanca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 58.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 163.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,611 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below Peru avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,611 ft (3,539 m)
Area33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates-9.8980°N, 76.9409°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.3"
53% above Peru avg
Snowfall 163.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.70"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

71 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 149 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 144 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 147 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 144 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 125 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 140 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 129 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 147 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 50 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 101 km
Aug 7, 2012 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 124 km
Jan 6, 2002 25 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 144 km
Sep 3, 2019 50 km NNW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 139 km
Jul 17, 2023 17 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 132 km
Mar 25, 2006 58 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M4.8 146 km
Jul 28, 2015 58 km ESE of Churubamba, Peru M4.8 145 km
Aug 1, 2016 36 km NE of Arancay, Peru M4.7 118 km
Aug 17, 1998 2 km NNE of Llacllin, Peru M4.7 75 km
Feb 1, 2011 2 km SW of Paragsha- San Andres - Jose Carlos Mariategui, Peru M4.7 113 km
Aug 3, 1994 19 km NNW of Carhuamayo, Peru M4.7 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 144 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in Warmest
February 49°F (10°C) 4.9 in
March 49°F (10°C) 5.7 in Wettest
April 49°F (10°C) 3.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
July 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
August 47°F (9°C) 0.9 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
December 49°F (10°C) 3.9 in

Huallanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 47°F in June to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Huallanca

Institution Type Founded Website
CETPRO Divino Maestro College
SENATI College

Schools in Huallanca

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32583
Institución Educativa No. 32850
Institución Educativa 32226 Raul Cordova Alvarado
Institución Educativa No. 32227 Virgen del Carmen
Institución Educativa 86904 Santa Rosa
Institución Educativa 88367-palmadera
Institución Educativa No. 32926
Institución Educativa No. 33089
Institución Educativa No. 32671
Institución Educativa No. 88366
Institución Educativa No. 639
Colegio Miraflores 86904
Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui
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Farmers Markets in Huallanca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gran Mercado Central de La Union
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Huallanca

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa Vieja
Hôtel Edu
Hotel El Pueblo Huallanca
Hotel Mina Azul
Hotel Rinconcito Huallanquino

Restaurants in Huallanca

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

D'casa vieja
Isla del Encanto
Pollería
Restaurant Polleria Pozo

Monuments in Huallanca

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fosilized tree

Clinics in Huallanca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Huallanca

Bus Stations in Huallanca

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cavassa

Gas Stations in Huallanca

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grifo Petroperú - Visa
Grifo TDT

Banks in Huallanca

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco de la Nación

Stadiums & Teams in Huallanca

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Airports Near Huallanca

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani AirportATAMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,563 m (11,690 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Huallanca

What is the population of Huallanca?

Huallanca has a population of 5,064 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 33.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huallanca?

Huallanca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.3 inches, with 163.3 inches of snow.

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