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Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 730. Elevation: 9,744 ft (2,970 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

730 Population 2/sq mi density
9,744 ft Elevation 2,970 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population730
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)
Population730
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)
Coordinates-14.2267°, -73.9568°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,058 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho

Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 730. The city sits at an elevation of 9,744 feet (2,970 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 9,744 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below Peru avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)
Area365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-14.2267°N, 73.9568°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.60"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

263 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 59 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 54 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 105 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 63 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 137 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 146 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 67 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 145 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 2 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 60 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 140 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 68 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 130 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 55 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 131 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 137 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 97 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 42 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 137 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 6.9 in
February 49°F (10°C) 6.7 in
March 49°F (9°C) 7.6 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.5 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
December 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in

Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 45°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 38510
Institución Educativa No. 38509
Institución Educativa No. 24354
Institución Educativa No. 24077
Institución Educativa Huaycahuacho
Institución Educativa No. 24091
Institución Educativa No. 24078
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Farmers Markets in Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado De Andamarca

Airports Near Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho

What is the population of Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho?

Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho has a population of 730 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 365.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho?

Santa Ana de Huaycahuacho has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.

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