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Huancabamba, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Huancabamba is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 2,492. Elevation: 11,919 ft (3,633 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,492 Population 17/sq mi density
11,919 ft Elevation 3,633 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huancabamba

Huancabamba

Huancabamba is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the province Huancabamba in the Piura region. It is situated in the valley of the Huancabamba river, along which the old Inca road passed leading from Quito to Cajamarca.

People

Population2,492
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation11,919 ft (3,633 m)
Population2,492
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation11,919 ft (3,633 m)
Coordinates-13.7338°, -73.3502°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (472 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Huancabamba

Huancabamba is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 2,492. The city sits at an elevation of 11,919 feet (3,633 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huancabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 11,919 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Peru avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,919 ft (3,633 m)
Area148.8 sq mi (385.3 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates-13.7338°N, 73.3502°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.20"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

195 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 144 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 99 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 110 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 143 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 93 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 118 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 121 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 97 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 124 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 84 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 100 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 89 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 144 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 71 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 82 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 128 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 42 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 139 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 61 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 7.1 in Warmest
February 52°F (11°C) 7.2 in Wettest
March 52°F (11°C) 6.8 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
July 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
August 49°F (10°C) 1.0 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in

Huancabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 49°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Huancabamba

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Games
Institución Educativa No. 54116
Institución Educativa 54113 Jose Maria Arguedas
Institución Educativa No. 54080
Institución Educativa No. 54625
Institución Educativa No. 54121
Institución Educativa No. 54642
Institución Educativa Huaraccopata
Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas
Institución Educativa No. 54114
Institución Educativa No. 54117
Institución Educativa 54686 Inmaculado Corazon
Institución Educativa No. 54609
Institución Educativa David Samanez Ocampo
Institución Educativa No. 54580
Institución Educativa Jose Abelardo Quiñones
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Museums in Huancabamba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Andahuaylas

Libraries in Huancabamba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Imprenta del Pueblo0.0

Farmers Markets in Huancabamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de San Jerónimo
Mercado de Talavera
Mercado Modelo de Andahuaylas

Clinics in Huancabamba

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huancabamba

Stadiums & Teams in Huancabamba

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huancabamba

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Huancabamba

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Huancabamba

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,926 m (9,600 ft)
Area
370.0 km² (142.8 mi²)

🇵🇪 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 Huancabamba

What is the population of Huancabamba?

Huancabamba has a population of 2,492 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huancabamba?

Huancabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.

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