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Huasahuasi, Peru

Junin · Peru

Huasahuasi is a small city in Junin, Peru with a population of 5,146. Elevation: 8,980 ft (2,737 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

5,146 Population 10/sq mi density
8,980 ft Elevation 2,737 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huasahuasi

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

People

Population5,146
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation8,980 ft (2,737 m)
Population5,146
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation8,980 ft (2,737 m)
Coordinates-11.2653°, -75.6472°
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 Huasahuasi

Huasahuasi is a small city in Peru (Junin) with a population of 5,146. The city sits at an elevation of 8,980 feet (2,737 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.

Huasahuasi 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 8,980 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

Elevation8,980 ft (2,737 m)
Area499.1 sq mi (1,292.5 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-11.2653°N, 75.6472°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Peru avg
Snowfall 34.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

224 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 M6.3 105 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 136 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 133 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 124 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 146 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 121 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 65 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 62 km
Mar 17, 1992 61 km NNE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 147 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 101 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 119 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 124 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 86 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 59 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 128 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 130 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 96 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 132 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 103 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 82 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 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.4 in
February 52°F (11°C) 4.9 in
March 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.2 in
June 49°F (10°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in

Huasahuasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 41°F in July to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Huasahuasi

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 30804
Institución Educativa No. 31559
Institución Educativa 30802 Alfonso Ugarte Vernal
Institución Educativa San Juan
Institución Educativa No. 30810
Institución Educativa Cped - 30802 Alfonso Ugarte Vernal
Institución Educativa 30801 Santiago Garcia Mayorca
Institución Educativa 30731 Sor Irene Therese Mc Cormack
Institución Educativa 30730 San Martin De Porras
Institución Educativa San Martin De Porras
Institución Educativa Excelencia
Institución Educativa No. 30809
Institución Educativa No. 30836
Institución Educativa No. 31466
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Farmers Markets in Huasahuasi

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

Clinics in Huasahuasi

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huasahuasi

Stadiums & Teams in Huasahuasi

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Airports Near Huasahuasi

4 airports within the area.

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

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,750 m (9,023 ft)
Postal Code
12836

🇵🇪 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 Huasahuasi

What is the population of Huasahuasi?

Huasahuasi has a population of 5,146 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 499.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huasahuasi?

Huasahuasi 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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