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Huaricolca, Peru

Junin · Peru

Huaricolca is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 1,011. Elevation: 12,369 ft (3,770 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

1,011 Population 12/sq mi density
12,369 ft Elevation 3,770 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huaricolca

Huaricolca District is one of nine districts of the province Tarma in Peru.

People

Population1,011
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation12,369 ft (3,770 m)
Population1,011
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation12,369 ft (3,770 m)
Coordinates-11.5117°, -75.6522°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.8 inches (88 cm)

About Huaricolca

Huaricolca is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 1,011. The city sits at an elevation of 12,369 feet (3,770 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huaricolca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 12,369 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,369 ft (3,770 m)
Area87.6 sq mi (226.9 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-11.5117°N, 75.6522°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Peru avg
Snowfall 34.8"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.70"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

202 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 97 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 145 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 148 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 127 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 122 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 92 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 108 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 135 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 134 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 81 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 128 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 139 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 56 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 59 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 138 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 111 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 70 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 121 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 108 km
Aug 11, 2002 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.1 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.2 in
February 49°F (9°C) 4.7 in Wettest
March 49°F (9°C) 4.7 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 47°F (9°C) 0.9 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
November 49°F (10°C) 2.7 in Warmest
December 49°F (9°C) 3.8 in

Huaricolca has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 41°F in July to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Huaricolca

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 30001-18
Institución Educativa No. 30720
Institución Educativa 30815 Maria .angelica Feijoo Alania De Rivera
Institución Educativa No. 30816 Huaynacancha
Institución Educativa Santa Elena
Institución Educativa No. 30733
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Museums in Huaricolca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in Huaricolca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 2 de Mayo
Mercado Asuncion
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Techado Tarma

Stadiums & Teams in Huaricolca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huaricolca

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco 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 Huaricolca

What is the population of Huaricolca?

Huaricolca has a population of 1,011 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 87.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huaricolca?

Huaricolca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.

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