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Cascas, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Cascas is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 4,299. Elevation: 4,055 ft (1,236 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,299 Population 19/sq mi density
4,055 ft Elevation 1,236 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
28.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Cascas

Cascas

Cascas is a town in Northern Peru, capital of Gran Chimú Province in La Libertad Region.

People

Population4,299
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation4,055 ft (1,236 m)
Population4,299
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation4,055 ft (1,236 m)
Coordinates-7.4833°, -78.8167°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (728 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cascas

Cascas is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 4,299. The city sits at an elevation of 4,055 feet (1,236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cascas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,055 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average70.0°F
30% above Peru avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,055 ft (1,236 m)
Area224.1 sq mi (580.3 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates-7.4833°N, 78.8167°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.7"
25% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

62 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 105 km
Nov 13, 2000 79 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 145 km
Apr 26, 2015 76 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.6 146 km
Aug 7, 2005 84 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M5.4 146 km
Feb 25, 2020 86 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.3 148 km
Feb 3, 2024 83 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.2 145 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 62 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 104 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 135 km
Apr 7, 1994 56 km SW of Victor Raul, Peru M4.9 146 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 125 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 119 km
Oct 3, 2009 66 km SSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 137 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 111 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 98 km
Apr 24, 2021 63 km SW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.7 133 km
May 25, 2019 64 km SW of Huanchaquito Alto, Peru M4.7 136 km
Jun 29, 1993 49 km SW of Salaverry, Peru M4.7 130 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 138 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in Warmest
February 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
March 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
December 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in

Cascas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Cascas

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 82546 - - - -
Institución Educativa 82538 Manuel Maria Alvarez - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82539 - - - -
Institución Educativa San Gabriel - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82125 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82025 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 81716 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 80342 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82543 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82123 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82608 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82606 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82602 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82549 - - - -
Institución Educativa Palmira - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82547 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82550 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82604 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82603 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 81998 - - - -
Institución Educativa Emanuel - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82540 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82126 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cascas

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Stereo TV peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in Cascas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central

Hotels in Cascas

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Augusto Hotel Plaza
Hospedaje Danielito
Hotel Cascas
Hotel Lorena's

Restaurants in Cascas

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Doña Horme
Peta food

Bus Stations in Cascas

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chignes
Terminal Terrestre de Cascas

Gas Stations in Cascas

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PE #3630270035

Banks in Cascas

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco de la Nación

Stadiums & Teams in Cascas

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Airports Near Cascas

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTRULarge Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Casa Grande Airport-Small Airport
Celendín Airport-Small Airport
Lagunas Airport-Small Airport
Malin Airport-Small Airport
Quiruvilca Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cascas

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Cascas

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
1,274 m (4,180 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Cascas

What is the population of Cascas?

Cascas has a population of 4,299 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 224.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cascas?

Cascas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches.

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