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Huertas, Peru
Junin · Peru
Huertas is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 681. Elevation: 12,526 ft (3,818 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Huertas
Huertas is a Spanish surname. Notable people with the surname include:Adrián Huertas, Spanish motorcycle racer
Antonio Huertas, Spanish chief executive
Antonio Escobar Huertas (1879–1940), Spanish military officer
Begoña Huertas (1965–2022), Spanish writer and journalist
Carlos Huertas, Colombian racing driver
Carlos Huertas (1934–1999), Colombian musician
David Huertas, Puerto Rican basketball player
Esteban Huertas (1876–1943), Panamanian military officer
Guy de Huertas (1926–1997), French alpine skier
Joel Huertas, Spanish football player
Jon Huertas, American actor
Jorge Arturo Mendoza Huertas, Peruvian mental calculator
José Huertas González, Puerto Rican wrestler
Juan Huertas, Panamanian boxer
Liliana del Carmen La Rosa Huertas, Peruvian nurse, academic and government minister
Marcelo Huertas, Brazilian basketball player
Marially González Huertas, Puerto Rican politician
Mávila Huertas, Peruvian journalist
Miguel Huertas, Peruvian football player
Raphel Ortiz Huertas, Puerto Rican football player
Raquel Huertas, Spanish field hockey player
People
Climate
| Population | 681 |
| Population Density | 106 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,526 ft (3,818 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.7602°, -75.4694° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.4 inches (1,711 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 51.7 inches (131 cm) |
About Huertas
Huertas is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 681. The city sits at an elevation of 12,526 feet (3,818 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,526 ft (3,818 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.7602°N, 75.4694°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 4.3 in |
Huertas has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 39°F in January to 51°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Huertas
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 30561 Leoncio Prado Gutierrez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30507 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30508 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 30560 Elsa Rafael Sanchez | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Huertas
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Huertas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Tunanmarca |
Farmers Markets in Huertas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mercado de San Jeronimo | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción |
Stadiums & Teams in Huertas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huertas
4 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 |
| Imperial Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Huertas
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| San Agustin de Cajas |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Huertas?
Huertas has a population of 681 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huertas?
Huertas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.