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Huancano, Peru

Ica · Peru

Huancano is a small town in Ica, Peru with a population of 355. Elevation: 3,346 ft (1,020 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

355 Population 19/sq mi density
3,346 ft Elevation 1,020 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population355
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation3,346 ft (1,020 m)
Population355
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation3,346 ft (1,020 m)
Coordinates-13.6000°, -75.6167°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceIca
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (950 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Huancano

Huancano is a small town in Peru (Ica) with a population of 355. The city sits at an elevation of 3,346 feet (1,020 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huancano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,346 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above Peru avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,346 ft (1,020 m)
Area18.3 sq mi (47.4 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates-13.6000°N, 75.6167°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
2% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.28"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

521 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 11, 2025.

Aug 15, 2007 41 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M8.0 109 km
Aug 16, 2007 46 km WSW of Santiago, Peru M6.4 94 km
Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 63 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 71 km
Mar 15, 2014 24 km SSW of Paracas, Peru M6.1 92 km
Feb 9, 1997 68 km S of Paracas, Peru M6.1 122 km
Nov 13, 1996 54 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M6.1 139 km
May 16, 1992 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru M6.1 54 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 141 km
Aug 18, 2007 7 km NNW of Paracas, Peru M6.0 76 km
Feb 2, 2009 40 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M6.0 102 km
Aug 16, 2007 46 km S of Paracas, Peru M6.0 100 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 63 km
Aug 17, 2007 44 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.9 106 km
Aug 19, 2007 45 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.8 108 km
Aug 16, 2007 25 km W of Santiago, Peru M5.8 78 km
Nov 15, 1996 30 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru M5.8 132 km
Aug 16, 2007 38 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.8 110 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 55 km
Jul 2, 2012 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru M5.7 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 S. PERU Earthquake 10.1 m 596 109 km
1687 S. PERU Earthquake - 5,000 96 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Warmest
March 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 56°F (14°C) 0.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in
August 56°F (13°C) 0.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.0 in
December 62°F (16°C) 0.4 in

Huancano has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 55°F in January to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 6.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.3") and May the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Huancano

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
IEI 198 JESUS DE NAZARETH - - - -
Institución Educativa 22448 Porsia Senisse De Arriola - - - -
Institución Educativa 22530 San Antonio De Muralla - - - -
Institución Educativa 22600 Elia Arriola Meza - - - -
Institución Educativa 22559 Heroes Del Cenepa - - - -
Institución Educativa 22449 Andres Avelino Caceres - - - -
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Restaurants in Huancano

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante "Lucho" 1985
Ресторан

Gas Stations in Huancano

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hanan Tankstelle

Airports Near Huancano

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Captain Renán Elías Olivera International AirportPIOLarge Airport
Laguna Choclococha Airport-Small Airport
Las Dunas Airport-Small Airport
Revalora Airport-Small Airport
San Regis Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Huancano

What is the population of Huancano?

Huancano has a population of 355 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 18.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huancano?

Huancano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

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