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Huanipaca, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Huanipaca is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 910. Elevation: 10,279 ft (3,133 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

910 Population 7/sq mi density
10,279 ft Elevation 3,133 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population910
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation10,279 ft (3,133 m)
Population910
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation10,279 ft (3,133 m)
Coordinates-13.4918°, -72.9336°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Huanipaca

Huanipaca is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 910. The city sits at an elevation of 10,279 feet (3,133 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huanipaca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,279 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below Peru avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,279 ft (3,133 m)
Area140.4 sq mi (363.5 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-13.4918°N, 72.9336°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 8.62"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

166 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 91 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 141 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 89 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 80 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 89 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 136 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 98 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 127 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 89 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 142 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 78 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 52 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 91 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 98 km
Jul 13, 2024 29 km ESE of Pangoa, Peru M5.1 144 km
May 2, 2024 28 km WNW of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.1 49 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 133 km
Aug 10, 1994 central Peru M5.1 55 km
Dec 26, 1999 11 km WSW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.1 68 km
Jan 22, 2011 7 km WSW of Pangoa, Peru M5.0 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (187 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 8.3 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 8.6 in Wettest
March 58°F (14°C) 7.7 in
April 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
August 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.2 in Warmest
November 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in
December 58°F (15°C) 6.2 in

Huanipaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 50°F in January to 60°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.6") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Huanipaca

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 54565 Jose Tola Pasquel
Institución Educativa 54071 Señor De Huanca
Institución Educativa No. 54607
Institución Educativa 54072 San Juan
Institución Educativa 54030 Virgen Del Carmen
Institución Educativa Maria Reiche Neuman
Institución Educativa No. 54574
Institución Educativa No. 54069
Institución Educativa 54466 - Ricardo Palma
Institución Educativa No. 54070
Institución Educativa 54073 Virgen Maria
Institución Educativa 54731 Delfina Duque Mattasollio De Ccasantuy
Institución Educativa No. 54699
Institución Educativa No. 54737
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Farmers Markets in Huanipaca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Agroecológico La Victoria
Mercado Central
Mercado Central Curahuasi
Mercado central de Abastos
Mercado Progreso
Mercado Villa Ampay

Hotels in Huanipaca

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Villa Los Loros

Clinics in Huanipaca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huanipaca

Bus Stations in Huanipaca

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #5694089729

Stadiums & Teams in Huanipaca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huanipaca

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Palmapampa AirportSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Huanipaca

What is the population of Huanipaca?

Huanipaca has a population of 910 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 140.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huanipaca?

Huanipaca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

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