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Sanachgan, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Sanachgan is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 168. Elevation: 9,311 ft (2,838 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 168 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,311 ft (2,838 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.8064°, -77.2795° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.1 inches (18 cm) |
About Sanachgan
Sanachgan is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 168. The city sits at an elevation of 9,311 feet (2,838 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,311 ft (2,838 m) |
| Area | 89.0 sq mi (230.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.8064°N, 77.2795°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 66 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 42°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in |
Sanachgan has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 42°F in July to 56°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Sanachgan
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 84133 Fredy Emersion Salinas Lavado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 89539 Jose Pardo Y Barreda | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84119 Abigail Egusquiza Gonzales | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Abigail Egusquiza Gonzales | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84152 Ulises Llanos Oliveros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84141 Efrain Mancisidor Estrada | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84313 Meliton Mejia Javiliano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84142 Mama Ashu | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84118 Santa Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84268 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84120 Marino Roca Ocaña | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84225 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84143 Ama Qella | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Sanachgan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Convento | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near Sanachgan
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tocache Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay 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 Sanachgan?
Sanachgan has a population of 168 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 89.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sanachgan?
Sanachgan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.