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Huata, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huata is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 228. Elevation: 8,806 ft (2,684 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 228 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,806 ft (2,684 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.0161°, -77.8608° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 105.4 inches (2,678 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huata
Huata is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 228. The city sits at an elevation of 8,806 feet (2,684 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.0°F |
| 54% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,806 ft (2,684 m) |
| Area | 120.8 sq mi (312.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.0161°N, 77.8608°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis 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 | 38 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 105 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in |
Huata has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 46°F in June to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Huata
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 86500 Virgen De Las Mercedes | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86499 Luis Torres Salazar | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Huata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante | ||||
| Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera |
Libraries in Huata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Huata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Campo Ferial de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Central de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado de Flores - Caraz | |||||
| Mercado La Explanada de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Río Llullán |
Clinics in Huata
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Huata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huata
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Huata
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica de Huata |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huata
What is the population of Huata?
Huata has a population of 228 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 120.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huata?
Huata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.4 inches.