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Huari, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huari is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 4,406. Elevation: 10,141 ft (3,091 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Huari
Huari is a small town in the Ancash Region in central Peru. It is the capital of the Huari Province. The town is situated on the eastern slope of the Andean mountain range known as the Cordillera Blanca. The economy of the province is primarily agricultural, with at least half the population engaged in subsistence horticulture, raising crops such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, other native tubers, quinoa, maize, wheat, barley, tomatoes, peppers, and various vegetables. Many residential households also raise a few animals, including goats, sheep, pigs, occasionally cattle, guinea pigs (cuy), rabbits, chickens, and ducks. Much of the trade in this rural area is conducted through barter.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,406 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,141 ft (3,091 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.3472°, -77.1707° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.1 inches (2,391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Huari
Huari is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 4,406. The city sits at an elevation of 10,141 feet (3,091 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,141 ft (3,091 m) |
| Area | 159.3 sq mi (412.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.3472°N, 77.1707°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 53 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 40°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 40°F (5°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in |
Huari has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 40°F in June to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Huari
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CETPRO Antonio Raymondi | College | - | , |
| CETPRO Virgen del Rosario | College | - | , |
| Escuela Profesional ACA de VITA | College | - | , |
Schools in Huari
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Virgen de Fátima | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Manuel Gonzáles Prada | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86329 Maria Jiray | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86331 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86323 Virgen De Fatima | - | - | - | - |
| Antonio Raymondi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Monseñor Santiago Marquez Zorrilla | - | - | - | - |
| Señor De Pumallucay | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86330 | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Superior Pedagogico Publico | - | - | - | - |
| Virgen Del Rosario | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Silvia Ruff | - | - | - | - |
| Odec - Huari | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Manuel Gonzalez Prada | - | - | - | - |
| Juan Huarin | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86027 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Huari
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Huari
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Chacas | ||||
| Museo Nacional de Chavín |
Libraries in Huari
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Huari
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Huari
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Huari
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Huari
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Huari
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Huari
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Huari
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Huari
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Huari
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huari
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Huari
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| SERPOST |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Huari
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de Pariaucro | |
| Capilla Señor de Los Milagros | |
| Iglesia de Huari | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Huari
What is the population of Huari?
Huari has a population of 4,406 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 159.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huari?
Huari has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.1 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.