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Caral, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Caral is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 628. Elevation: 1,224 ft (373 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 628 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,224 ft (373 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.8887°, -77.5036° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.8 inches (45 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Caral
Caral is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 628. The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet (373 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.9°F |
| 35% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,224 ft (373 m) |
| Area | 109.9 sq mi (284.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.8887°N, 77.5036°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 110 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 128 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 125 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 131 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 142 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 135 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in |
Caral has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in August to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 2.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.3") and May the driest (0.1").
Schools in Caral
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 21585 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 21586 Andres Avelino Caceres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 21622 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 21000 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 20879 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Caral
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova Prime | — | MP3 |
Museums in Caral
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balcón de Huaura y museo de sitio | ||||
| Caral Museum | ||||
| Centro de Interpretacion | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Regional | ||||
| Museo Comunitario de Supe |
Farmers Markets in Caral
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "La Parada" | |||||
| Mercado Aviación | |||||
| Mercado Centenario | |||||
| Mercado Central y Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Cruz de Cano | |||||
| Mercado María Magdalena | |||||
| Mercado Modelo y Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Huaura | |||||
| Mercado Parada Luis Pardo | |||||
| Mercado y Reloj Central | |||||
| Plaza Auto Servicios | |||||
| Santa Rosa |
Restaurants in Caral
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Caral
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Caral
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huacho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pativilca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Caral
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred City of Caral-Supe | Cultural | 2009 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Caral
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Llamahuaca |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Caral
What is the population of Caral?
Caral has a population of 628 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 109.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Caral?
Caral has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.8 inches.