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Huayhuay, Peru
Junin · Peru
Huayhuay is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 1,130. Elevation: 13,031 ft (3,972 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,130 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,031 ft (3,972 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.7235°, -75.9051° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,505 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 126.6 inches (322 cm) |
About Huayhuay
Huayhuay is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 1,130. The city sits at an elevation of 13,031 feet (3,972 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,031 ft (3,972 m) |
| Area | 55.1 sq mi (142.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.7235°N, 75.9051°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 95 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 144 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 134 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 137 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 123 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 40°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 40°F (4°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in |
Huayhuay has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 40°F in January to 44°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Huayhuay
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 31173 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas Franco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31149 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa German Pomalaza Rixe | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Huayhuay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huayhuay
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Huayhuay?
Huayhuay has a population of 1,130 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 55.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huayhuay?
Huayhuay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 126.6 inches of snow.