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Mancos, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Mancos is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 1,487. Elevation: 8,238 ft (2,511 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mancos
Mancos is a statutory town in Montezuma County, Colorado, United States. The population was 1,196 at the 2020 census, down from 1,336 in 2010.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,487 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,238 ft (2,511 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1911°, -77.7133° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.1 inches (18 cm) |
About Mancos
Mancos is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 1,487. The city sits at an elevation of 8,238 feet (2,511 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,238 ft (2,511 m) |
| Area | 118.7 sq mi (307.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1911°N, 77.7133°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 | 13 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 119 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in |
Mancos has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 43°F in January to 50°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Mancos
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mancos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Roque Mancos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86628 Capitan Fap Jose Abelardo Quiñones | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86635 Santa Rosa | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Mancos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante | ||||
| Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera |
Libraries in Mancos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mancos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro comercial y de abastos | |||||
| Centro Comercial Y De Abastos | |||||
| 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 |
Restaurants in Mancos
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mancos
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mancos
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mancos
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mancos
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mancos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Mancos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mancos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mancos
What is the population of Mancos?
Mancos has a population of 1,487 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 118.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mancos?
Mancos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.