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Jircan, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Jircan is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 282. Elevation: 10,722 ft (3,268 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jircan
Urpish (Quechua) es un C.P. en Perú localizado en el departamento de Huánuco, provincia de Huamalíes.
People
Climate
| Population | 282 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,722 ft (3,268 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2466°, -76.7179° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (913 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jircan
Jircan is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 282. The city sits at an elevation of 10,722 feet (3,268 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,722 ft (3,268 m) |
| Area | 43.3 sq mi (112.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2466°N, 76.7179°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in |
Jircan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 48°F in June to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Jircan
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86374 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32449 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32403 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nacional Jircan | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Jircan
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tingo Maria Airport | TGI | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Jircan
What is the population of Jircan?
Jircan has a population of 282 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 43.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jircan?
Jircan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.