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Shunqui, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Shunqui is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 570. Elevation: 11,578 ft (3,529 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 570 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,578 ft (3,529 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.7314°, -76.7835° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.1 inches (2,391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Shunqui
Shunqui is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 570. The city sits at an elevation of 11,578 feet (3,529 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,578 ft (3,529 m) |
| Area | 33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.7314°N, 76.7835°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 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 3.9 in |
Shunqui has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 45°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Shunqui
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 33168 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 32919 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32328 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32767 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32212 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32331 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32334 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 32343 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32248 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32698 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio inicial Nro 099 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Shunqui
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Mercado Central de La Union | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Shunqui
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shunqui
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo 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 Shunqui?
Shunqui has a population of 570 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 33.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shunqui?
Shunqui has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.1 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.