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Huancapallac, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Huancapallac is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 266. Elevation: 9,383 ft (2,860 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

266 Population 5/sq mi density
9,383 ft Elevation 2,860 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
75.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population266
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain75.4 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation9,383 ft (2,860 m)
Population266
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation9,383 ft (2,860 m)
Coordinates-9.8941°, -76.4146°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,914 mm)
Annual Snowfall94.3 inches (240 cm)

About Huancapallac

Huancapallac is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 266. The city sits at an elevation of 9,383 feet (2,860 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 34°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huancapallac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 34°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 94.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,383 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 34°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below Peru avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,383 ft (2,860 m)
Area51.2 sq mi (132.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-9.8941°N, 76.4146°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.4"
98% above Peru avg
Snowfall 94.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.70"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

149 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 97 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 123 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 120 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 112 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 146 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 129 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 142 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 115 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 133 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 122 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 137 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 107 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 108 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 139 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 117 km
Jun 26, 2008 central Peru M5.0 140 km
Mar 5, 2019 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 106 km
Jan 23, 2007 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 106 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 58 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 4.7 in
February 49°F (10°C) 5.3 in
March 49°F (10°C) 5.7 in Wettest
April 49°F (10°C) 3.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in Warmest
December 49°F (10°C) 4.3 in

Huancapallac has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 34°F in July to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Huancapallac

30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Colegio Nacional
Institución Educativa No. 32103
Institución educativa No. 32857
Institución Educativa Juan Jose Crespo Y Castillo
Institución Educativa Juan Jose Crespo Y Castillo
Institución Educativa No. 32689
Institución Educativa No. 32952
Institución Educativa No. 32839
Institución Educativa No. 33285
Institución Educativa No. 32131
Institución Educativa No. 33132
Institución Educativa No. 33137
Institución Educativa No. 33242
Institución educativa No. 32132
Institución Educativa No. 32106
Institución Educativa San Juan De Collota
Institución Educativa No. 32669
Institución Educativa 32104 Micaela Bastidas Puyucahua
Institución Educativa No. 32714
Institución Educativa 33076 Pedro Vilca Apaza
Institución Educativa No. 32105
Institución Educativa No. 33014
Institución Educativa No. 33043
Institución Educativa No. 32047
Institución Educativa No. 32009
Institución Educativa No. 32924
Institución Educativa No. 33103
Institución Educativa No. 33318
Institución Educativa No. 32960
Institución Educativa No. 32160
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Museums in Huancapallac

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kotosh Preinca Culture
Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez

Libraries in Huancapallac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Central0.0

Farmers Markets in Huancapallac

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Ambo
Mercado de Paucarbamba
Mercado Isco
Mercado Mayorista de Puelles
Mercado Modelo de Huánuco
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Viejo de Huánuco
Mercado Virgen del Carmen

Restaurants in Huancapallac

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabala del río teo
Copacobana
El Kankito
Manantal
Minaya
Restaurant Recreo Sandro

Clinics in Huancapallac

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huancapallac

Stadiums & Teams in Huancapallac

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huancapallac

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Huancapallac

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cardiología Huánuco
Cayran
Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo
Clínica Roca
Detecta
Las Moras
San Fernando
San Gabriel
San Juan
San Sebastian de Quera
Santa María
Tomografías Campos

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 Huancapallac

What is the population of Huancapallac?

Huancapallac has a population of 266 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 51.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huancapallac?

Huancapallac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 34°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 94.3 inches of snow.

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