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Huamanquiquia, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Huamanquiquia is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 518. Elevation: 11,010 ft (3,356 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

518 Population 3/sq mi density
11,010 ft Elevation 3,356 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huamanquiquia

Huanca Sancos is a town in southern Peru, capital of the province Huanca Sancos in the region Ayacucho.

People

Population518
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation11,010 ft (3,356 m)
Population518
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation11,010 ft (3,356 m)
Coordinates-13.7285°, -74.2731°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation56.2 inches (1,427 mm)
Annual Snowfall87.5 inches (222 cm)

About Huamanquiquia

Huamanquiquia is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 518. The city sits at an elevation of 11,010 feet (3,356 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huamanquiquia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 56.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 87.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,010 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 38°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,010 ft (3,356 m)
Area168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-13.7285°N, 74.2731°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.2"
48% above Peru avg
Snowfall 87.5"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.13"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

186 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 123 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 145 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 24 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 116 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 138 km
Jan 25, 2019 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru M5.7 147 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 26 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 65 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 38 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 129 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 65 km
Aug 3, 2009 27 km ESE of Santiago, Peru M5.3 146 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 96 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 107 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 67 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 83 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 129 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 73 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 90 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 6.4 in
February 47°F (8°C) 7.0 in
March 47°F (8°C) 7.1 in Wettest
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.8 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 38°F (3°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 44°F (6°C) 0.5 in
September 45°F (7°C) 1.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in Warmest
December 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in

Huamanquiquia has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 38°F in July to 48°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Huamanquiquia

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 38470
Institución Educativa No. 38985
Institución Educativa 38521 Micaela Bastidas Puyucawa
Institución Educativa No. 38481
Institución Educativa San Felipe Santiago
Institución Educativa No. 38519
Institución Educativa No. 38518
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Libraries in Huamanquiquia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Parroquial Virgen de la Merced0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Huamanquiquia

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huamanquiquia

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,408 m (11,182 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 Huamanquiquia

What is the population of Huamanquiquia?

Huamanquiquia has a population of 518 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huamanquiquia?

Huamanquiquia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches, with 87.5 inches of snow.

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