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Huanchán, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Huanchán is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 547. Elevation: 12,726 ft (3,879 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 547 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,726 ft (3,879 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.9427°, -76.4917° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.4 inches (1,914 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 94.3 inches (240 cm) |
About Huanchán
Huanchán is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 547. The city sits at an elevation of 12,726 feet (3,879 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.5°F |
| 34% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 346 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,726 ft (3,879 m) |
| Area | 398.7 sq mi (1,032.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.9427°N, 76.4917°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 132 km |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 34°F (1°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in |
Huanchán has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 34°F in July to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Huanchán
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución educativa No. 32089 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32088 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32090 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33162 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32098 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32087 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32102 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33013 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Huanchán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kotosh Preinca Culture | ||||
| Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez |
Libraries in Huanchán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Huanchán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Paucarbamba | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista de Puelles | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Huánuco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Huanchán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huanchán
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tingo Maria Airport | TGI | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Huanchán
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cayran | ||
| Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo | ||
| San Sebastian de Quera |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Huanchán?
Huanchán has a population of 547 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 398.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huanchán?
Huanchán 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.