Monterrey, Ancash

Monterrey is a small town in Huaraz District, Huaraz Province, region of Ancash, Peru. It is located some 7 km to the north of the town centre of Huaraz. Monterrey is located in the Santa river valley, also known as Callejon de Huaylas at 2981 m.a.s.l.

Hot springs
The town is known for its hot springs, which have temperatures of 49 C and have medicinal properties. Water at the hot springs, which are privately run by a local hotel, is brownish due to the presence of iron.

Climate
The climate at Monterrey is temperate, with warm days and cold nights, being 14.3 C the average temperature.