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Obas, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Obas is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 11,552 ft (3,521 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

11,552 ft Elevation 3,521 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
75.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Obas

Hualpayunca is an archaeological site located in Peru, specifically in the Obas District, region of Huánuco, above the village of Hualpayunca, at an elevation of ca. Due to its high altitude, it serves as a nesting site for several condors. The site is situated at approximately 3,800 metres (12,467 ft).

People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain75.4 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation11,552 ft (3,521 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation11,552 ft (3,521 m)
Coordinates-9.7954°, -76.6656°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,914 mm)
Annual Snowfall94.3 inches (240 cm)

About Obas

Obas is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 11,552 feet (3,521 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Obas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 94.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,552 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,552 ft (3,521 m)
Area33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-9.7954°N, 76.6656°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.4"
98% above Peru avg
Snowfall 94.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.70"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

113 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 150 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 112 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 141 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 140 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 121 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 128 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 144 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 128 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 146 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 119 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 140 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 142 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 81 km
Jan 23, 2007 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 133 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 69 km
Mar 5, 2019 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 133 km
Sep 3, 2019 50 km NNW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 113 km
Jan 6, 2002 25 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 114 km
Mar 25, 2006 58 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M4.8 119 km
Aug 7, 2012 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 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 600 149 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 5.0 in
March 49°F (10°C) 5.7 in Wettest
April 49°F (10°C) 3.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in
August 47°F (8°C) 0.9 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in Warmest
December 49°F (10°C) 4.0 in

Obas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 35°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Obas

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32318
Institución Educativa No. 33226
Institución Educativa Leoncio Prado Gutierrez
Institución Educativa Villa De Manta
Institución Educativa Inca Pachacutec
Institución Educativa 32231 Hipolito Unanue
Institución Educativa 32321 Leoncio Prado Gutierrez
Institución Educativa No. 32954
Institución Educativa No. 32217
Institución Educativa No. 33060
Institución Educativa No. 32326
Institución Educativa No. 32807
Institución Educativa No. 33226
Institución Educativa No. 32320
Institución Educativa No. 32953
Institución Educativa No. 32977
Institución Educativa 32231 Hipolito Unanue
Institución Educativa No. 33227
Institución Educativa No. 32322
Institución Educativa No. 33259
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Farmers Markets in Obas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gran Mercado Central de La Union
Mercado Municipal

Restaurants in Obas

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Sirenita
Polleria Restaurant Lucy

Clinics in Obas

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro De Salud

Stadiums & Teams in Obas

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Airports Near Obas

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall 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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What is the weather like in Obas?

Obas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 94.3 inches of snow.

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