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Huayán, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Huayán is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 428. Elevation: 9,688 ft (2,953 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 428 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,688 ft (2,953 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.8751°, -77.7082° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.5 inches (2,249 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.8 inches (60 cm) |
About Huayán
Huayán is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 428. The city sits at an elevation of 9,688 feet (2,953 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,688 ft (2,953 m) |
| Area | 142.9 sq mi (370.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.8751°N, 77.7082°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 | 66 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 141 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in |
Huayán has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 59°F in August to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Huayán
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86168 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86156 Virgen Inmaculada Concepcion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86708 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86142 Sabio Santiago Antunez De Mayolo | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Huayán
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huayán
What is the population of Huayán?
Huayán has a population of 428 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 142.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huayán?
Huayán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.5 inches, with 23.8 inches of snow.