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Huayllay, Peru

Pasco · Peru

Huayllay is a small city in Pasco, Peru with a population of 6,736. Elevation: 14,173 ft (4,320 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

6,736 Population 182/sq mi density
14,173 ft Elevation 4,320 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
57.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huayllay

Huayllay

Huayllay National Sanctuary is a park in Peru located in the Meseta of Bombón in the Huayllay District of Pasco Region. The sanctuary is noted for the large scenic rock formations of the rock forest of Huayllay and its native plants and animals.

People

Population6,736
Density182/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation14,173 ft (4,320 m)
Population6,736
Population Density182 / sq mi
Elevation14,173 ft (4,320 m)
Coordinates-11.0037°, -76.3645°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePasco
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation57.3 inches (1,456 mm)
Annual Snowfall300.3 inches (763 cm)

About Huayllay

Huayllay is a small city in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 6,736. The city sits at an elevation of 14,173 feet (4,320 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huayllay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 57.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 300.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,173 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 38°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation14,173 ft (4,320 m)
Area37.1 sq mi (96.1 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates-11.0037°N, 76.3645°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.3"
51% above Peru avg
Snowfall 300.3"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.00"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

163 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 74 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 145 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 87 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 99 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 140 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 116 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 117 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 30 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 143 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 136 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 121 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 121 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 128 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 119 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 114 km
Oct 18, 1994 1 km SE of Villa Rica, Peru M5.0 124 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 120 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 108 km
Oct 9, 1991 33 km WNW of Chancay, Peru M4.9 136 km
Nov 4, 2012 22 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M4.9 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 23 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 143 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 137 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 146 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 131 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.5 in Warmest
February 44°F (6°C) 6.0 in Wettest
March 44°F (6°C) 5.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
May 42°F (5°C) 1.5 in
June 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 38°F (3°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
September 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
December 44°F (6°C) 4.9 in

Huayllay has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 38°F in July to 45°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Huayllay

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Carrusel
Institución Educativa No. 34071
Institución Educativa No. 34069
Institución Educativa 34556 Virgen Del Carmen
Institución Educativa No. 34016
Institución Educativa No. 34558
Institución Educativa No. 34414
Institución Educativa 34013 Nuestra Señora De Las Mercedes
Institución Educativa Alegria De Dios
Institución Educativa No. 34015
Institución Educativa No. 34421
Institución Educativa Orion
Institución Educativa Antonio Alvarez De Arenales
Institución Educativa Pitagoras De Samos
Institución Educativa 34017 Gamaniel Blanco Murillo
Institución Educativa Ricardo Palma
Institución Educativa No. 34435
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Hotels in Huayllay

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7 Llaves
El viajero
Hospedache Maravilla
Hospedaje El Viajero

Restaurants in Huayllay

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Clinics in Huayllay

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puesto de Salud Huayllay

Stadiums & Teams in Huayllay

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Airports Near Huayllay

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Huayllay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Señor de Sayhuacruz

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
4,341 m (14,243 ft)
Postal Code
19501

🇵🇪 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 Huayllay

What is the population of Huayllay?

Huayllay has a population of 6,736 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 182 people per square mile, spread across 37.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huayllay?

Huayllay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 inches, with 300.3 inches of snow.

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