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Yanac, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Yanac is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 311. Elevation: 9,554 ft (2,912 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yanac
Yanac is a town in the Shire of Hindmarsh, Victoria, Australia. At the 2021 census, Yanac had a population of 69.
People
Climate
| Population | 311 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,554 ft (2,912 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.6179°, -77.8636° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.5 inches (2,223 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Yanac
Yanac is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 311. The city sits at an elevation of 9,554 feet (2,912 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,554 ft (2,912 m) |
| Area | 120.8 sq mi (312.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.6179°N, 77.8636°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 78 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 122 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in |
Yanac has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 43°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Yanac
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 88182 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88144 Miguel Grau | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88134 Pedro Pablo Atusparia | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88176 Alfonso Ugarte | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88135 Javier Heraud Perez | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Yanac
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Zonal de Cabana |
Restaurants in Yanac
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Yanac
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Yanac
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Yanac
What is the population of Yanac?
Yanac has a population of 311 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 120.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yanac?
Yanac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.5 inches.