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Huanca, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Huanca is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 929. Elevation: 10,095 ft (3,077 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 929 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,095 ft (3,077 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.0329°, -71.8779° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.3 inches (135 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huanca
Huanca is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 929. The city sits at an elevation of 10,095 feet (3,077 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,095 ft (3,077 m) |
| Area | 714.8 sq mi (1,851.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.0329°N, 71.8779°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sabancaya (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 27 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 35 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 41 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 84 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 127 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in |
Huanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 50°F in July to 55°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 5.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Huanca
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 40408 San Basilio Magno | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 40411 San Juan De Dios De Murco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 40384 Sonccoy Quilla | — | — | — | — |
| Beata Maria Asunta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Carlos La Fuente Larrauri | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 40169 San Isidro Labrador De Puccro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 40385 Divino Niño Salvador | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40663 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 40389 Miguel Linares Malaga | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Huanca
20 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO TRINIDAD 1070 AM | folclore, folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Conexion kpop | kpop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Melodia FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Conexion Kpop Girls groups | kpop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio JR (88.7, Arequipa) | classic music, local radio | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Estacion radio cumbia | cumbia peruana | MP3 | |
| FRECUENCIA 1330 AM (parque azangaro miraflores) LUIS ANGEL ANCON PATIÑO | informativa, infotainment | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioMix AQP Rock-Pop en Español (Dj Ethamx) | latin rock, rock en español | MP3 | |
| Melodia Arequipa | cumbia peruana, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Yaraví | community radio, local news | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio SinPatrones | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| RADIO SINPATRONES (AREQUIPA) | alternative, musica popular | MP3 64 kbps | |
| RadioMix AQP (Dj Ethamx) | 12", alternative pop | MP3 | |
| Radio metropolitana Arequipa | noticias, noticias opinion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO UNICAR | classic rock, club dance electronic house trance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MGR Radio (Mara Gamero & Dj Ethamx) | radio music rock pop | MP3 | |
| Radio victor music Perú | variado | MP3 | |
| Radio SinPatrones (Valle de Tambo) | alternative, folclor | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Superstereo 105.5 fm | latino | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Estrella Trujillo (102.7 Trujillo) | generalist | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Airports Near Huanca
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rodríguez Ballón International Airport | AQP | Large Airport |
| Chivay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orcopampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vitor Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huanca
What is the population of Huanca?
Huanca has a population of 929 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 714.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huanca?
Huanca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.3 inches.