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Huancarane, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Huancarane is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 1,842. Elevation: 12,694 ft (3,869 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

1,842 Population 29/sq mi density
12,694 ft Elevation 3,869 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
59.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population1,842
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation12,694 ft (3,869 m)
Population1,842
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation12,694 ft (3,869 m)
Coordinates-13.5050°, -71.6540°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation59.4 inches (1,510 mm)
Annual Snowfall53.3 inches (135 cm)

About Huancarane

Huancarane is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 1,842. The city sits at an elevation of 12,694 feet (3,869 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huancarane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 59.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 53.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,694 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,694 ft (3,869 m)
Area64.0 sq mi (165.9 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-13.5050°N, 71.6540°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.4"
56% above Peru avg
Snowfall 53.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.80"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

141 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 73 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 120 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 139 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 73 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 132 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 130 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 145 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 142 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 125 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 147 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 144 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 124 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 138 km
May 5, 2003 17 km WSW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 146 km
Dec 30, 2012 46 km E of Salvación, Peru M5.2 106 km
Aug 9, 2006 12 km WNW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 142 km
Dec 26, 1999 11 km WSW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.1 137 km
May 2, 2024 28 km WNW of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.1 90 km
Jul 6, 2014 7 km SE of Layo, Peru M5.1 129 km
Aug 10, 1994 central Peru M5.1 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (82 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 82 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 5.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 5.1 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in
August 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in
September 49°F (9°C) 0.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
November 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 51°F (11°C) 4.4 in

Huancarane has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 42°F in January to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Huancarane

34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Huayna Ccapac
Institución Educativa 501221 San Antonio
Institución Educativa 50416 Virgen De Las Mercedes
Institución Educativa Saturnino Huilca Q.
Institución Educativa Virgen Del Carmen
Institución Educativa No. 501104
Institución Educativa 50452 San Jacinto Roque
Institución Educativa 50448 Apostol Santiago
Institución Educativa 501332 Exaltacion Huillca
Institución Educativa Señor Exaltacion
Institución Educativa 50714 Juan Velasco Alvarado
Institución Educativa 50446 Valentin Paniagua Corazao
Institución Educativa 50420 San Ramon
Institución Educativa No. 50460
Institución Educativa 501255 Jose Gabriel Condorcanqui
Institución Educativa 50449 Virgen Del Carmen
Institución Educativa Corazón De Jesus
Institución Educativa 50423 Señor De Accha
Institución Educativa 50418 Qollana
Institución Educativa 50794 Javier Heraud
Institución Educativa No. 50453
Institución Educativa 50417 Santo Domingo De Guzman
Institución Educativa Queuña
Institución Educativa No. 501085
Institución Educativa No. 50741
Institución Educativa Señor De Accha
Institución Educativa Taucamarca
Institución Educativa 50459 San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa Inca Garcilaso De La Vega
Institución Educativa 50447 Leoncio Prado Gutierrez
Institución Educativa 50451 Cesar Vallejo
Institución Educativa 50916 Horacio Zevallos Gamez
Institución Educativa 50946 Antonio Raymondy
Institución Educativa No. 50415
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Radio Stations near Huancarane

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Salkantay AAC+ 48 kbps
JVM la Estación (Cusco) baladas MP3 128 kbps
RAM Cusco MP3 128 kbps
Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) clasicos, cultural MP3
JVM la Estación baladas MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Huancarane

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de los Pueblos de Paucartambo
Museo de Pisac
Museo Viviente del Ande

Farmers Markets in Huancarane

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Cachina Imperial
Mercado de Abastos Pisac
Mercado de Frutas
Mercado de Pisac
Mercado de Productores de Ccatcca
Mercado San Salvador
Mercado Vinocanchón
Paucartambo Market

Clinics in Huancarane

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huancarani

Gas Stations in Huancarane

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #10021560928

Stadiums & Teams in Huancarane

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huancarane

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Patria AirportSmall 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 Huancarane

What is the population of Huancarane?

Huancarane has a population of 1,842 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 64.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huancarane?

Huancarane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches, with 53.3 inches of snow.

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