Huancapi, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Huancapi is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 1,748. Elevation: 10,427 ft (3,178 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Huancapi
Huancapi is a town in Central Peru, capital of the province Víctor Fajardo in the region Ayacucho.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,748 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,427 ft (3,178 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.7567°, -74.0667° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.7 inches (1,058 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.6 inches (1 cm) |
About Huancapi
Huancapi is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 1,748. The city sits at an elevation of 10,427 feet (3,178 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,427 ft (3,178 m) |
| Area | 168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.7567°S, 74.0667°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 6.8 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in |
Huancapi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 46°F in July to 53°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Huancapi
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 38454 Martires De La Educacion | - | - | - | - |
| Peru Corea Del Sur (huancapi) | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Basilio Auqui | - | - | - | - |
| Cetpro San Luis De Huancapi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 38500 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 38455 Nuestra Señora Del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Huancapi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Parroquial Virgen de la Merced | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Huancapi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Hualla |
Clinics in Huancapi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Huancapi
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Huancapi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huancapi
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Huancapi?
Huancapi has a population of 1,748 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huancapi?
Huancapi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.
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