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Panao, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Panao is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 4,848. Elevation: 8,215 ft (2,504 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

4,848 Population 95/sq mi density
8,215 ft Elevation 2,504 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
73.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Panao

Panao

Panao is a town in central Peru, capital of Pachitea in Huánuco Region.

People

Population4,848
Density95/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain73.2 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation8,215 ft (2,504 m)
Population4,848
Population Density95 / sq mi
Elevation8,215 ft (2,504 m)
Coordinates-9.8978°, -75.9933°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation73.2 inches (1,859 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.1 inches (61 cm)

About Panao

Panao is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 4,848. The city sits at an elevation of 8,215 feet (2,504 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Climate in Panao

Panao has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 439 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 62.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 74.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 106.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.1
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 10.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 30.8
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 53.1
Panao has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 73.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 8,215 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,215 ft (2,504 m)
Area51.2 sq mi (132.6 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates-9.8978°N, 75.9933°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.2"
93% above Peru avg
Snowfall 24.1"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.80"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

218 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 9, 1991 34 km ESE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.8 142 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 96 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 71 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 115 km
Jul 15, 2013 46 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.4 150 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 74 km
Oct 5, 2016 23 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.3 125 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 101 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 139 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 118 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 122 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 99 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 102 km
Mar 13, 2018 56 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 118 km
Jan 24, 2019 34 km E of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.1 149 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 108 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 70 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 74 km
May 22, 2025 19 km NE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.1 132 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
March 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
June 58°F (14°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 40°F (5°C) 0.8 in
August 58°F (15°C) 1.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
November 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
December 60°F (15°C) 4.2 in

Panao has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in January to 60°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Panao

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32575
Institución Educativa No. 32579
Institución Educativa No. 32631
Institución Educativa No. 32600 Ichu Yanuna
Institución Educativa No. 32580
Institución Educativa No. 32729
Institución Educativa Tipsa
Institución Educativa No. 33438
Institución Educativa No. 33433
Institución Educativa No. 33245
Institución Educativa Panao
Institución Educativa Inmaculada Concepcion
Institución Educativa No. 33209
Institución Educativa No. 33437
Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru Ii
Institución Educativa Guaman Poma De Ayala
Institución Educativa No. 32601
Institución Educativa No. 33439
Institución Educativa No. 32660
Institución Educativa No. 32603 Tomayrica
Institución Educativa Minta Centro
Institución Educativa No. 33373
Institución Educativa No. 33394
Institución Educativa No. 32599
Institución Educativa No. 33346
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Museums in Panao

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Churubamba
Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez

Farmers Markets in Panao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Ambo
Mercado Isco
Mercado Viejo de Huánuco
Mercado Virgen del Carmen

Clinics in Panao

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Panao
Puesto de Salud de Tomayrica

Stadiums & Teams in Panao

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Panao

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Pozuzo AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Libre Del Codo AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Panao

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cardiología Huánuco
Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo
Clínica Roca
Detecta
Las Moras
San Fernando
San Gabriel
San Juan
Santa María
Tomografías Campos

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,536 m (8,321 ft)
Postal Code
10221

🇵🇪 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 Panao

What is the population of Panao?

Panao has a population of 4,848 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 51.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Panao?

Panao has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow.

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