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Huambo, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Huambo is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 565. Elevation: 11,260 ft (3,432 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Huambo
Huambo, formerly Nova Lisboa, is the third-most populous city in Angola, after the capital city Luanda and Lubango, with a population of 710,000 (2024) in the city and a population of 836,293 in the municipality of Huambo. The city is the capital of the province of Huambo and is located about 220 km E from Benguela and 600 km SE from Luanda. Huambo is a main hub on the Caminho de Ferro de Benguela (CFB), which runs from the port of Lobito to the Democratic Republic of the Congo's southernmost province, Katanga. Huambo is served by the Albano Machado Airport.
People
Climate
| Population | 565 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,260 ft (3,432 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.6795°, -74.1916° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.7 inches (1,339 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.9 inches (20 cm) |
About Huambo
Huambo is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 565. The city sits at an elevation of 11,260 feet (3,432 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,260 ft (3,432 m) |
| Area | 168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.6795°N, 74.1916°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°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 | 43°F (6°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 |
Huambo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 43°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").
Schools in Huambo
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 38857 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38572 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Lucas Huambo | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Huambo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Parroquial Virgen de la Merced | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Huambo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Hualla |
Stadiums & Teams in Huambo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huambo
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huambo
What is the population of Huambo?
Huambo has a population of 565 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 Huambo?
Huambo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.