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Huancaray, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Huancaray is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 409. Elevation: 9,570 ft (2,917 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

409 Population 6/sq mi density
9,570 ft Elevation 2,917 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
70.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population409
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation9,570 ft (2,917 m)
Population409
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation9,570 ft (2,917 m)
Coordinates-13.7586°, -73.5275°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.0 inches (150 cm)

About Huancaray

Huancaray is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 409. The city sits at an elevation of 9,570 feet (2,917 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huancaray has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,570 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,570 ft (2,917 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-13.7586°N, 73.5275°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.9"
87% above Peru avg
Snowfall 59.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.01"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

199 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 94 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 91 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 130 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 107 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 137 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 112 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 101 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 105 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 68 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 113 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 87 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 96 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 88 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 38 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 120 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 128 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 125 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 37 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 148 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 6.7 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 7.0 in Wettest
March 53°F (12°C) 6.7 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.9 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.5 in
August 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in

Huancaray has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 42°F in January to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.0") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Huancaray

33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Ernesto Guevara La Serna
Natividad
Ceba - Dos De Mayo
Institución Educativa Dos De Mayo
Institución Educativa 55006-11
Institución Educativa 55006-22
Institución Educativa Roberto Zevallos Cordova
Institución Educativa No. 54090
Institución Educativa No. 54498
Institución Educativa No. 54088
Institución Educativa Serapio Palomino Caceres
Institución Educativa No. 54507
Institución Educativa Trilce
Institución Educativa No. 54631
Institución Educativa No. 54721
Institución Educativa No. 54213
Institución Educativa No. 54251
Institución Educativa No. 54623
Institución Educativa No. 54136
Institución Educativa No. 54135
Institución Educativa No. 54134
Institución Educativa No. 54137
Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De Asuncion
Institución Educativa No. 54091
Institución Educativa No. 54556
Institución Educativa Hilario Quispe Urbano
Institución Educativa No. 54172
Institución Educativa No. 54470
Institución Educativa No. 54502
Institución Educativa Juan Pablo Vizcardo Y Guzman
Institución Educativa No. 54207
Institución Educativa No. 54249
Institución Educativa Pachacutec
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Museums in Huancaray

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Andahuaylas
Museo Uripa

Libraries in Huancaray

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Imprenta del Pueblo0.0

Farmers Markets in Huancaray

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central de Abastos
Mercado de San Jerónimo
Mercado de Talavera
Mercado Modelo de Andahuaylas

Clinics in Huancaray

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cascabamba
Huancaray

Stadiums & Teams in Huancaray

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huancaray

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,906 m (9,535 ft)
Postal Code
03670

🇵🇪 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 Huancaray

What is the population of Huancaray?

Huancaray has a population of 409 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huancaray?

Huancaray has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow.

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