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Huanchay, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huanchay is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 398. Elevation: 6,168 ft (1,880 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 398 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,168 ft (1,880 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.7333°, -77.8333° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.9 inches (454 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huanchay
Huanchay is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 398. The city sits at an elevation of 6,168 feet (1,880 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,168 ft (1,880 m) |
| Area | 142.9 sq mi (370.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.7333°N, 77.8333°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis 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 | 54 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 143 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in |
Huanchay has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 45°F in June to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Huanchay
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 86056 Daniel Alcides Carrion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86058 Barner Myer | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 87004 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88370 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88395 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86111 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86706 Señor De Los Milagros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86057 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86808 Augusto B. Leguia | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86054 Javier Romero Maguiña | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86699 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Huanchay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado La Paradita | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Yautan |
Airports Near Huanchay
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma 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 Huanchay?
Huanchay has a population of 398 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 142.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huanchay?
Huanchay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.