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Manta, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Manta is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 362. Elevation: 12,963 ft (3,951 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

362 Population 1/sq mi density
12,963 ft Elevation 3,951 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population362
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation12,963 ft (3,951 m)
Population362
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation12,963 ft (3,951 m)
Coordinates-12.6203°, -75.2111°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)

About Manta

Manta is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 362. The city sits at an elevation of 12,963 feet (3,951 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Manta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,963 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above Peru avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,963 ft (3,951 m)
Area273.4 sq mi (708.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-12.6203°N, 75.2111°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

168 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 3, 2025.

Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 127 km
May 6, 2012 14 km SE of Humay, Peru M5.6 148 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 24 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 110 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 108 km
Jun 15, 2009 11 km N of San Clemente, Peru M5.4 145 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 130 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 84 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 96 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 129 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 62 km
Aug 16, 2007 15 km NE of Humay, Peru M5.2 128 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 62 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 97 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 116 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 147 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 78 km
Aug 20, 2017 19 km SSW of Huancano, Peru M5.1 137 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 145 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 4.8 in Warmest
February 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in Wettest
March 45°F (7°C) 4.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.9 in
June 42°F (6°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
August 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
September 44°F (7°C) 1.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
December 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in

Manta has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 42°F in June to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Manta

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 36059
Institución Educativa Agusto Salazar Bondy
Institución Educativa No. 36024
Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 36095
Institución Educativa Andres Avelino Caceres
Institución Educativa No. 36114
Institución Educativa No. 36033
Institución Educativa No. 36058
Institución Educativa No. 36063
Institución Educativa No. 36306
Institución Educativa Coricocha
Institución Educativa No. 36148
Institución Educativa No. 36111
Institución Educativa No. 36026
Institución Educativa No. 36439
Institución Educativa No. 36112
Institución Educativa No. 36115
Institución Educativa No. 36025
Institución Educativa No. 36341
Institución Educativa No. 36034
Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo Mendoza
Institución Educativa Miguel Grau Seminario
Institución Educativa No. 36097
Institución Educativa No. 36110
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Radio Stations near Manta

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Manta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional Daniel Hernández Morillo

Farmers Markets in Manta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Abastos de Huancavelica
Mercado Municipal de Moya

Clinics in Manta

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Viñas
Manta

Stadiums & Teams in Manta

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Manta

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Choclococha AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Manta

What is the population of Manta?

Manta has a population of 362 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 273.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Manta?

Manta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

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