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Huarichancara, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Huarichancara is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 4,445. Elevation: 14,603 ft (4,451 m). Average temperature: 38°F (4°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 4,445 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 14,603 ft (4,451 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.6397°, -71.0611° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.1 inches (664 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.5 inches (1 cm) |
About Huarichancara
Huarichancara is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 4,445. The city sits at an elevation of 14,603 feet (4,451 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 32°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.4°F |
| 29% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,603 ft (4,451 m) |
| Area | 788.2 sq mi (2,041.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.6397°N, 71.0611°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chachani, Nevado (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 79 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 87 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 110 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 116 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 138 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 166 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 171 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 37°F (3°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 33°F (1°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 32°F (0°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 34°F (1°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 38°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 3.7 in |
Huarichancara has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 32°F in July to 42°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Huarichancara
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 40405 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40398 | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Huarichancara
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rodríguez Ballón International Airport | AQP | Large Airport |
| Chivay 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 Huarichancara?
Huarichancara has a population of 4,445 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 788.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huarichancara?
Huarichancara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 32°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches.