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Salcahuasi, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Salcahuasi is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 377. Elevation: 9,652 ft (2,942 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 377 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,652 ft (2,942 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.1038°, -74.7516° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,431 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 159.1 inches (404 cm) |
About Salcahuasi
Salcahuasi is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 377. The city sits at an elevation of 9,652 feet (2,942 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 36°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.6°F |
| 34% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,652 ft (2,942 m) |
| Area | 20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.1038°N, 74.7516°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 36°F (2°C) | 1.0 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 4.7 in |
Salcahuasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in January to 62°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Salcahuasi
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 36460 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36804 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Antonio Brack Egg | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36783 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31328 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa Isabel | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31375 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36799 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31340 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31242 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jesus De Nazaret | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31096 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30970 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Daniel Alcides Carrion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30391 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31102 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31104 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31101 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Santos Chocano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31210 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36429 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Salcahuasi
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Salcahuasi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Pichos |
Stadiums & Teams in Salcahuasi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salcahuasi
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Salcahuasi?
Salcahuasi has a population of 377 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salcahuasi?
Salcahuasi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 36°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches, with 159.1 inches of snow.