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San Francisco de Sangayaico, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
San Francisco de Sangayaico is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 294. Elevation: 11,073 ft (3,375 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Francisco de Sangayaico
La denominación de Yanacolpa, proviene de dos palabras quechuas Yana (negro) y colpa o ccollpa (arcilla) es decir arcilla negra. Esto debido a la presencia de este tipo de suelo, en las pampas de Yanacolpa, donde los animales suelen quedarse lamiendo las sales y minerales existentes en pozos o fangos y a flor del suelo.
People
Climate
| Population | 294 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,073 ft (3,375 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.7952°, -75.2482° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (912 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Francisco de Sangayaico
San Francisco de Sangayaico is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 294. The city sits at an elevation of 11,073 feet (3,375 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 342 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,073 ft (3,375 m) |
| Area | 18.3 sq mi (47.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.7952°N, 75.2482°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1996 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 14 | 141 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.2 in |
San Francisco de Sangayaico has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 47°F in June to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in San Francisco de Sangayaico
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22169 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22211 San Luis de olaya | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36709 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22206 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22213 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36651 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in San Francisco de Sangayaico
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| inkahuasi de Huantara | ||||
| Inkawasi de Huaytara parking | ||||
| Samuel Humberto Espinoza Lozano Museum |
Stadiums & Teams in San Francisco de Sangayaico
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Francisco de Sangayaico
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Dunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Francisco de Sangayaico?
San Francisco de Sangayaico has a population of 294 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 18.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Francisco de Sangayaico?
San Francisco de Sangayaico enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.