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Jangas, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Jangas is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 1,768. Elevation: 9,242 ft (2,817 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,768 Population 8/sq mi density
9,242 ft Elevation 2,817 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
84.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Jangas

Jangas District is one of twelve districts of the province Huaraz in Peru.

People

Population1,768
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain84.8 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation9,242 ft (2,817 m)
Population1,768
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation9,242 ft (2,817 m)
Coordinates-9.4025°, -77.5758°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation84.8 inches (2,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)

About Jangas

Jangas is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 1,768. The city sits at an elevation of 9,242 feet (2,817 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Jangas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 84.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 9,242 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below Peru avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,242 ft (2,817 m)
Area210.4 sq mi (545.0 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-9.4025°N, 77.5758°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.8"
123% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

79 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.6 on Oct 15, 2024.

Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 136 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 69 km
May 12, 1992 40 km W of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.7 129 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 134 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 138 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 145 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 99 km
Oct 18, 1992 25 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.2 127 km
Nov 22, 1990 51 km W of Huarmey, Peru M5.1 140 km
Oct 19, 1992 30 km S of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.1 100 km
Mar 21, 2015 33 km SSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.1 125 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 148 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 47 km
Mar 28, 2015 44 km SSW of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.0 114 km
Feb 19, 2024 33 km SSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.0 125 km
Jul 23, 1997 33 km WSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.0 141 km
Nov 2, 2002 39 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 135 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 94 km
May 19, 1997 45 km W of Puerto Casma, Peru M4.8 134 km
Aug 3, 2017 32 km W of Paramonga, Peru M4.8 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 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 15 km
1970 N. PERU Earthquake 0.5 m 66,794 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
February 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.7 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in
September 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
December 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in

Jangas has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 48°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Jangas

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio José Carlos Mariategui - - - -
Institución Educativa 86103 Corazon De Jesus - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86102 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86887 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86690 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86866 - - - -
Cetpro Jangas - - - -
Institución Educativa 86049 Jose Carlos Mariategui - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86104 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 86101 - - - -
Institución Educativa 86043 Virgen de las Mercedes - - - -
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Museums in Jangas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ichic-Willkawaín
Museo Arqueológico de Ancash
Museo de Chacas
Willkawaín

Libraries in Jangas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Jangas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Centro comercial y de abastos
Centro Comercial Y De Abastos
Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino"
Gran Mercado Popular Huaraz
La Parada
Mercado Central de Huaraz
Mercado de Challhua
Mercado de Independencia
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Restaurants in Jangas

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cevichería y Chochos
La esquina del sabor
La Fontana
Pollería Gerardo's
Restaurant Rincon D'Franco
Restaurante Buenazo
Virgen de Huata

Gas Stations in Jangas

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Repsol - Visa

Breweries in Jangas

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Sierra Andina cervecería
Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal

Stadiums & Teams in Jangas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jangas

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani AirportATAMedium Airport
Caraz Airport-Small Airport
Casma Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jangas

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Giulio Rocca Illini Chapel

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,956 m (9,699 ft)
Postal Code
02115

🇵🇪 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 Jangas

What is the population of Jangas?

Jangas has a population of 1,768 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 210.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jangas?

Jangas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.8 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

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