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Yanas, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Yanas is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 894. Elevation: 11,358 ft (3,462 m). Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).

894 Population 27/sq mi density
11,358 ft Elevation 3,462 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 1°C
59.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population894
Density27/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain59.0 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation11,358 ft (3,462 m)
Population894
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation11,358 ft (3,462 m)
Coordinates-9.7146°, -76.7489°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature35°F (1°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average33°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation59.0 inches (1,499 mm)
Annual Snowfall42.4 inches (108 cm)

About Yanas

Yanas is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 894. The city sits at an elevation of 11,358 feet (3,462 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Yanas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 33°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 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 59.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,358 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 33°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average34.6°F
36% below Peru avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average33°F (1°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,358 ft (3,462 m)
Area33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates-9.7146°N, 76.7489°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.0"
55% above Peru avg
Snowfall 42.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.67"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

104 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 147 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 117 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 145 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 114 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 129 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 134 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 121 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 138 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 129 km
Jan 23, 2007 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 143 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 80 km
Mar 5, 2019 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 142 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 73 km
Sep 3, 2019 50 km NNW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 110 km
Jul 17, 2023 17 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 104 km
Jun 25, 2014 53 km WNW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.8 144 km
Jul 28, 2015 58 km ESE of Churubamba, Peru M4.8 126 km
Aug 25, 2002 33 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M4.8 142 km
Aug 7, 2012 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 95 km
Jan 6, 2002 25 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 1 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.3 in
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 33°F (1°C) 0.6 in Coldest, 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

Yanas has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 33°F in July 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").

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Schools in Yanas

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 33329
Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Del Carmen
Institución Educativa No. 32253
Cetpro Yanas
Institución Educativa No. 32352
Institución Educativa No. 32875
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Farmers Markets in Yanas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gran Mercado Central de La Union
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Yanas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Yanas

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,542 m (11,621 ft)
Postal Code
10605

🇵🇪 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 Yanas

What is the population of Yanas?

Yanas has a population of 894 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 33.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yanas?

Yanas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches, with 42.4 inches of snow.

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