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La Huaca, Peru

Lima region · Peru

La Huaca is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 687. Elevation: 577 ft (176 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

687 Population 2/sq mi density
577 ft Elevation 176 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
11.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About La Huaca

La Huaca

Huaral is a city in Peru, capital of the Huaral Province in the Department of Lima. It is located within the jurisdiction of the Regional Government of Lima-Provinces and is located on the central coast of the country.

People

Population687
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Population687
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Coordinates-11.5273°, -77.1986°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation11.9 inches (303 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Huaca

La Huaca is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 687. The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet (176 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

La Huaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 11.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above Peru avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Area369.6 sq mi (957.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-11.5273°N, 77.1986°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.9"
69% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 0.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

194 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 74 km
Jun 23, 2021 11 km WSW of Mala, Peru M5.9 141 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 60 km
May 8, 2003 90 km WSW of Chilca, Peru M5.7 146 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 36 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 77 km
Oct 1, 1996 19 km SSW of Chilca, Peru M5.6 135 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 78 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 96 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 101 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 12 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 137 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 146 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 73 km
Jun 3, 2014 20 km W of Chilca, Peru M5.2 114 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 18 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 144 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 69 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 80 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 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 85 km
1586 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 26.0 m 22 102 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 52 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 54 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 65 km
1974 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 0.9 m 78 105 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 57 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 65 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in

La Huaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in August to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.2") and November the driest (0.0").

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Schools in La Huaca

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De Guadalupe
Institución Educativa Cruz De Motupe
Institución Educativa 21554 Jose Olaya
Institución Educativa 21562 Oscar Berckemeyer Pazos
Institución Educativa 21551 Capitan Juan Vicente Suarez
Institución Educativa Humberto Arenas Velasquez
Institución Educativa No. 20802
Institución Educativa 20405 Salvador De Las Casas Dulanto
Institución Educativa Contigo Peru
Institución Educativa El Angel
I.E. N° 21554 José Olaya
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Radio Stations near La Huaca

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vinilo ¡Tu radio retro! 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000 oldies & retro hits 70s 80s 90s 00s AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Enmanuel Huaycán música y noticias, noticias MP3 128 kbps

Museums in La Huaca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chancay Museum
Museo de Ancón
Museo de la cultura Chancay
Museo Sitio de Ancon

Libraries in La Huaca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal de Huaral0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Huaral0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Zoíla Casas Calderón0.0

Farmers Markets in La Huaca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asoc. Mercado de Frutas N°1 de Huaral "El Palmo"
Galería Cahuas
Galería La Pirámide
La Nacional Plaza
Mega Mercado ACOMESAR
Mercado 21 de Julio
Mercado Carlos Mora
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Chancay
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Abastos de Huaral
Mercado de Abastos de Huaral
Mercado de Frutas García Alonso
Mercado de Hortalizas
Mercado El Rosario
Mercado La Variante de Ancón
Mercado Mayorista de Frutas El Huarangal
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo Villas de Ancón

Restaurants in La Huaca

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Misky Huaral

Clinics in La Huaca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in La Huaca

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Airports Near La Huaca

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jorge Chávez International AirportLIMLarge Airport
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Las Palmas Air BaseSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
188 m (617 ft)
Founded
1551

🇵🇪 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 La Huaca

What is the population of La Huaca?

La Huaca has a population of 687 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 369.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Huaca?

La Huaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches.

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