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Huaquirca, Peru
Apurímac Department · Peru
Huaquirca is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 962. Elevation: 11,401 ft (3,475 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 962 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,401 ft (3,475 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3399°, -72.8946° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Apurímac Department |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.7 inches (1,288 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 177.1 inches (450 cm) |
About Huaquirca
Huaquirca is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 962. The city sits at an elevation of 11,401 feet (3,475 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.7°F |
| 28% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,401 ft (3,475 m) |
| Area | 140.4 sq mi (363.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3399°N, 72.8946°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 135 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 167 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 185 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 7.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 7.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 42°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
Huaquirca has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 38°F in January to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Huaquirca
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 54288 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 55008 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54259 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Octavio Casaverde Marin | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 54260 | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Huaquirca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huaquirca
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Huanacopampa 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 Huaquirca?
Huaquirca has a population of 962 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 Huaquirca?
Huaquirca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches, with 177.1 inches of snow.