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Las Huacas, Peru
Ica · Peru
Las Huacas is a small town in Ica, Peru with a population of 553. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Las Huacas
Chincha Alta, also known as simply Chincha, is a city located in the Ica Region of Peru. A major port at the mouth of the Chincha River, it is the capital of Chincha Province. The city has a population of about 233,000, making it the 17th largest city in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 553 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.4901°, -76.1127° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ica |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.5 inches (88 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Las Huacas
Las Huacas is a small town in Peru (Ica) with a population of 553. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet (87 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Las Huacas
Las Huacas has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Feb (24.5°C), the coldest is Aug (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 2 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 365 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 1,153.7 sq mi (2,988.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.4901°N, 76.1127°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 54 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 42 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in |
Las Huacas has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in August to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 1.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (0.2") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Las Huacas
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 22761 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22771 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22279 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22655 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Pedro Ronceros Calderon | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22685 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Juan Velasco Alvarado | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22531 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 23516 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22752 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 259 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 22754 | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Las Huacas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca y Centro Cultural | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Las Huacas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Óvalo Bolognesi | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Pueblo Nuevo | |||||
| Mercado Ferial Nº 1 | |||||
| Mercado Ferial Nº 2 | |||||
| Mercado La Frontera | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Chincha | |||||
| Nuevo Tacora | |||||
| Santa Rosa | |||||
| Santos Nagaro | |||||
| Terminal Pesquero José Olaya |
Gas Stations in Las Huacas
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Las Huacas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Las Huacas
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport | PIO | Large Airport |
| Las Dunas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Plumas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Revalora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Regis Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Las Huacas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Las Huacas?
Las Huacas has a population of 553 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,153.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Las Huacas?
Las Huacas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 365 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.5 inches.