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Huanchuy, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huanchuy is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 695. Elevation: 1,608 ft (490 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 695 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,608 ft (490 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.3612°, -78.1536° |
| 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 Huanchuy
Huanchuy is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 695. The city sits at an elevation of 1,608 feet (490 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 | 1,608 ft (490 m) |
| Area | 95.2 sq mi (246.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.3612°N, 78.1536°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 | 57 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 73 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in |
Huanchuy has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 63°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 4.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Huanchuy
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISTEC - Instituto Superior Tecnológico | College | — | — |
| SENATI | College | — | — |
Schools in Huanchuy
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 88137 Francisco Bolognesi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88120 Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88111 Jose Faustino Sanchez Carrion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88219 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Huanchuy
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova peru | musica tropical | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Huanchuy
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Punkuri | ||||
| Museo Regional de Casma "Max Uhle" |
Farmers Markets in Huanchuy
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado La Paradita | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Yautan | |||||
| Mercado Parada del Estadio |
Stadiums & Teams in Huanchuy
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huanchuy
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 Huanchuy?
Huanchuy has a population of 695 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 95.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huanchuy?
Huanchuy 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.