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San José de Huarcaya, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
San José de Huarcaya is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 557. Elevation: 12,064 ft (3,677 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 557 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,064 ft (3,677 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.8269°, -74.3853° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.2 inches (818 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José de Huarcaya
San José de Huarcaya is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 557. The city sits at an elevation of 12,064 feet (3,677 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,064 ft (3,677 m) |
| Area | 168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.8269°N, 74.3853°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 6.4 in | |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 7.0 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 42°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 42°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 44°F (6°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
San José de Huarcaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 41°F in July to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in San José de Huarcaya
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 38822-2 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38488 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Sol De Los Andes | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38489 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38469 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jorge Chavez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 38822-1 | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in San José de Huarcaya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Parroquial Virgen de la Merced | 0.0 |
Stadiums & Teams in San José de Huarcaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José de Huarcaya
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán 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 San José de Huarcaya?
San José de Huarcaya has a population of 557 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José de Huarcaya?
San José de Huarcaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.