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Huancaspata, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Huancaspata is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 1,197. Elevation: 10,846 ft (3,306 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
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About Huancaspata
Huancaspata or Wankapata is one of thirteen districts of the province Pataz in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,197 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,846 ft (3,306 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.4567°, -77.2983° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (1 cm) |
About Huancaspata
Huancaspata is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 1,197. The city sits at an elevation of 10,846 feet (3,306 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.3°F |
| 25% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,846 ft (3,306 m) |
| Area | 141.4 sq mi (366.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.4567°N, 77.2983°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 40°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in |
Huancaspata has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Huancaspata
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 80772 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84050 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33426 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 80801 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84250 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa El Porvenir | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80906 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82190 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80446 Ramon Castilla | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80447 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80993 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80439 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 80445 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80857 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82191 | — | — | — | — |
| Huancaspata | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80493 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80490 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80442 Cesar Abraham Vallejo Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80491 Ricardo Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80492 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82065 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Huancaspata
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Exitosa | news, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Inolvidable | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Mágica 88.3 FM | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) | noticias, reggaeton | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Huancaspata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Alborada | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Huancaspata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Huancaspata
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Huancaspata
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Huancaspata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huancaspata
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Huancaspata?
Huancaspata has a population of 1,197 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 141.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huancaspata?
Huancaspata has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.