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Huancane, Peru
Puno · Peru
Huancane is a small city in Puno, Peru with a population of 7,831. Elevation: 14,843 ft (4,524 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 7,831 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 14,843 ft (4,524 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.8224°, -70.8857° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.8 inches (656 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Huancane
Huancane is a small city in Peru (Puno) with a population of 7,831. The city sits at an elevation of 14,843 feet (4,524 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.6°F |
| 29% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,843 ft (4,524 m) |
| Area | 939.1 sq mi (2,432.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.8224°N, 70.8857°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chachani, Nevado (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 87 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 104 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 133 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 145 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 161 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 168 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 37°F (3°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 34°F (1°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 33°F (0°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 34°F (1°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 38°F (3°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in |
Huancane has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 33°F in July to 42°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Huancane
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70903 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70902 | — | — | — | — |
Train Stations in Huancane
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Huancane
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Rodríguez Ballón International Airport | AQP | Large Airport |
| Chivay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Huancane?
Huancane has a population of 7,831 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 939.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huancane?
Huancane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.