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Sihuas, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Sihuas is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 8,507 ft (2,593 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sihuas
Sihuas is a town in the Sihuas District of the Sihuas Province in the Ancash Region of Peru.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,507 ft (2,593 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.5667°, -77.6167° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (1 cm) |
About Sihuas
Sihuas is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 8,507 feet (2,593 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.0°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,507 ft (2,593 m) |
| Area | 141.4 sq mi (366.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.5667°N, 77.6167°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 80 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 3.1 in |
Sihuas has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in January to 57°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Sihuas
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 84170 San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84269 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84196 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84194 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84165 Asteria Castro Pareja | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Padre Francisco Staud | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 85002 Andres Sifuentes Vidal | — | — | — | — |
| Agustin Haya De La Torre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84168 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84105 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84107 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84177 Francisca Sifuentes Pareja | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84167 Virgen Maria De Las Nieves | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84166 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Andrés Sifuentes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Catequistas | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sihuas
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Exitosa | news, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Inolvidable | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Mágica 88.3 FM | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) | noticias, reggaeton | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Hotels in Sihuas
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sihuas
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sihuas
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sihuas
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sihuas
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sihuas
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sihuas
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sihuas
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sihuas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| SERPOST |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sihuas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sihuas
What is the weather like in Sihuas?
Sihuas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.