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Carac, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Carac is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 375. Elevation: 8,579 ft (2,615 m). Average temperature: 87°F (30°C).

Data updated June 2026

375 Population 1/sq mi density
8,579 ft Elevation 2,615 meters
87°F Avg Temperature 30°C
74.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population375
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp87°F (30°C)
Rain74.3 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation8,579 ft (2,615 m)
Population375
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation8,579 ft (2,615 m)
Coordinates-11.1919°, -76.7803°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature87°F (30°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation74.3 inches (1,887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Carac

Carac is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 375. The city sits at an elevation of 8,579 feet (2,615 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 87°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Carac has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 74.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,579 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average86.7°F
61% above Peru avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,579 ft (2,615 m)
Area590.0 sq mi (1,528.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-11.1919°N, 76.7803°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.3"
96% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

163 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 58 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 98 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 90 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 78 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 137 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 140 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 131 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 132 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 80 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 68 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 117 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 104 km
Jun 3, 2014 20 km W of Chilca, Peru M5.2 148 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 71 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 138 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 133 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 131 km
Nov 1, 1997 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M4.9 141 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 124 km
May 22, 2018 13 km WSW of Végueta, Peru M4.9 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 28 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 100 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 96 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 107 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 93 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 3.6 in
February 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
March 49°F (10°C) 5.1 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in

Carac has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 45°F in August to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Carac

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Cped - 20436 San Martin De Porras
Institución Educativa 20436 San Martin De Porras
Institución Educativa No. 20438
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Radio Stations near Carac

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vinilo ¡Tu radio retro! 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000 oldies & retro hits 70s 80s 90s 00s AAC+ 64 kbps

Airports Near Carac

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Carac

What is the population of Carac?

Carac has a population of 375 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 590.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Carac?

Carac has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.

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