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Huasta, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Huasta is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 681. Elevation: 12,388 ft (3,776 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

681 Population 20/sq mi density
12,388 ft Elevation 3,776 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
58.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huasta

Huasta

Huasta is a district of the province of Bolognesi, in the Ancash Region of Peru. The capital of Huasta is "Villa de Huasta" and the Temple is located in the Jr Grau in front of the "Seat of Arms", a monument declared by Supreme Resolution Nº 505-74-ED dated 15 October 1974. Huasta is on a plain 3,375 meters above sea level on the left banks of the river Chiquián. The seat of arms is located at the town center and there are four longitudinal streets and seven cross-sectional streets, all paved with stones.

People

Population681
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain58.3 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation12,388 ft (3,776 m)
Population681
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation12,388 ft (3,776 m)
Coordinates-10.1236°, -77.1464°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation58.3 inches (1,480 mm)
Annual Snowfall163.3 inches (415 cm)

About Huasta

Huasta is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 681. The city sits at an elevation of 12,388 feet (3,776 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huasta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 58.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 163.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,388 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above Peru avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,388 ft (3,776 m)
Area33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates-10.1236°N, 77.1464°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.3"
53% above Peru avg
Snowfall 163.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.83"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

90 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 139 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 127 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 145 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 112 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 135 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 136 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 100 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 148 km
Oct 19, 1992 30 km S of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.1 146 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 134 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 124 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 138 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 133 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 117 km
Nov 2, 2002 39 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 126 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 17 km
Oct 6, 2003 64 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 148 km
May 22, 2018 13 km WSW of Végueta, Peru M4.9 125 km
Mar 19, 2012 33 km W of Végueta, Peru M4.8 137 km
Aug 3, 2017 32 km W of Paramonga, Peru M4.8 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 600 131 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in
February 44°F (6°C) 4.7 in
March 44°F (6°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
May 42°F (5°C) 1.1 in
June 40°F (4°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 62°F (16°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 40°F (4°C) 0.4 in
September 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
October 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in

Huasta has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Huasta

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 86226
Institución Educativa 86253 Celso Garro Valderrama
Institución Educativa 86215 Marcelo Garro Ocrospoma
Institución Educativa 86223 Santa Maria
Institución Educativa 86211 Coronel Bolognesi
Institución Educativa 86214 Guillermo Bracale Ramos
Institución Educativa No. 86229
Institución Educativa No. 86228
Institución Educativa No. 86917
Colegio Santa Rosita
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Libraries in Huasta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Huasta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Santa Rosa

Hotels in Huasta

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gran Hotel with garage
Hotel los Nogales
La Posada Imperial

Restaurants in Huasta

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Big Benjamín
Chifa Robles
Pollería El Dorado
Restaurant Turístico Heiseen
Restaurante Al Paso
Restaurante de Menús
Restaurante Luisito
Sayuri

Cafes in Huasta

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fuente de soda
Fuente de soda

Monuments in Huasta

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monumento Bolognesi

Clinics in Huasta

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro Médico Los Andes

Bus Stations in Huasta

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Busses a Lima (Cavassa)
Turismo Nazario

Gas Stations in Huasta

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grifo San Martín

Banks in Huasta

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agrobanco
Banco de la Nación
mibanco

Stadiums & Teams in Huasta

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Airports Near Huasta

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Patao AirportSmall Airport
Pativilca AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Huasta

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Salón del Reino de Los Testigos de Jehová

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,370 m (11,057 ft)
Postal Code
02415

🇵🇪 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 Huasta

What is the population of Huasta?

Huasta has a population of 681 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 33.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huasta?

Huasta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.3 inches, with 163.3 inches of snow.

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