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Ichic Huaylas, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Ichic Huaylas is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 503. Elevation: 7,605 ft (2,318 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ichic Huaylas
Caraz is a town in the Caraz District in the southeastern part of Huaylas Province of the Ancash Region in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 503 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,605 ft (2,318 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.0366°, -77.8147° |
| 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 Ichic Huaylas
Ichic Huaylas is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 503. The city sits at an elevation of 7,605 feet (2,318 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 | 7,605 ft (2,318 m) |
| Area | 120.8 sq mi (312.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.0366°N, 77.8147°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 | 33 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 110 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in |
Ichic Huaylas has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 53°F in June to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.8") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Ichic Huaylas
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86514 | — | — | — | — |
| I.E 86483 Constantino Pedro Jaramillo | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ichic Huaylas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante | ||||
| Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera |
Libraries in Ichic Huaylas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ichic Huaylas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino" | |||||
| Mercado Campo Ferial de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Central de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado de Flores - Caraz | |||||
| Mercado La Explanada de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Río Llullán |
Hotels in Ichic Huaylas
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ichic Huaylas
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ichic Huaylas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ichic Huaylas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ichic Huaylas
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 Ichic Huaylas
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día Movimiento Reforma Caraz | |
| Iglesia de San Pedro | |
| Iglesia de San Pedro | |
| Iglesia Un Remanente Escogido | |
| Iglesia Virgen de Lourdes |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ichic Huaylas?
Ichic Huaylas has a population of 503 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 120.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ichic Huaylas?
Ichic Huaylas 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.