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Raquía, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Raquía is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 332. Elevation: 6,982 ft (2,128 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 332 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,982 ft (2,128 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.1575°, -77.4703° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.5 inches (2,249 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.8 inches (60 cm) |
About Raquía
Raquía is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 332. The city sits at an elevation of 6,982 feet (2,128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,982 ft (2,128 m) |
| Area | 330.1 sq mi (854.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.1575°N, 77.4703°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 99 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 47°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 44°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in |
Raquía has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 44°F in June to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Raquía
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86245 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86246 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86244 Luis Pardo Novoa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86260 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86966 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86744 Huerto Del Peru | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86580 Eduardo Augusto Bustamante Alvarado | — | — | — | — |
Restaurants in Raquía
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Raquía
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Raquía
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Raquía
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Patao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pativilca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Raquía
What is the population of Raquía?
Raquía has a population of 332 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 330.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Raquía?
Raquía has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.5 inches, with 23.8 inches of snow.