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Castillo Grande, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Castillo Grande is a small city in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 12,438. Elevation: 2,215 ft (675 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

12,438 Population 217/sq mi density
2,215 ft Elevation 675 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
101.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Castillo Grande

Castillo Grande

Tingo María is the capital of Leoncio Prado Province in the Huánuco Region in central Peru. It has a population of 46,191 inhabitants.

People

Population12,438
Density217/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain101.2 in/yr
Sunny Days153/yr
Elevation2,215 ft (675 m)
Population12,438
Population Density217 / sq mi
Elevation2,215 ft (675 m)
Coordinates-9.2781°, -76.0087°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation101.2 inches (2,570 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Castillo Grande

Castillo Grande is a small city in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 12,438. The city sits at an elevation of 2,215 feet (675 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Climate in Castillo Grande

Castillo Grande has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 3402 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 497.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 363.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 371.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 305.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 238.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 147.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 113.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 115.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 186.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 300.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 377.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 385.2
Castillo Grande has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 101.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,215 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above Peru avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days153 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,215 ft (675 m)
Area57.3 sq mi (148.5 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates-9.2781°N, 76.0087°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 101.2"
166% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 13.07"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.66"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

218 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.1 on May 22, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 16 km ESE of San Alejandro, Peru M6.0 113 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 26 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 99 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 133 km
Jun 12, 1995 63 km ENE of Uchiza, Peru M5.4 109 km
Aug 6, 2001 23 km WSW of Campo Verde, Peru M5.4 137 km
Oct 5, 2016 23 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.3 139 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 141 km
Jun 8, 2017 76 km ENE of Tocache, Peru M5.2 144 km
Jul 25, 2015 74 km NW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 106 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 78 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 61 km
May 20, 2008 14 km SW of Campo Verde, Peru M5.2 146 km
May 22, 2025 19 km NE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.1 129 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 128 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 53 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 41 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 27 km
May 27, 2016 21 km W of Campo Verde, Peru M5.0 144 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 13.1 in Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 12.1 in
March 75°F (24°C) 11.4 in
April 76°F (24°C) 8.4 in
May 76°F (24°C) 6.4 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.8 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in Driest
September 76°F (24°C) 4.9 in
October 76°F (24°C) 8.7 in
November 76°F (24°C) 11.7 in Warmest
December 75°F (24°C) 11.9 in

Castillo Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 74°F in July to 76°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 101.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.1") and August the driest (3.7").

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Schools in Castillo Grande

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32792
Institución Educativa Maria Reina De La Sabiduria
Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo
Institución Educativa Nuevo Rondos
Institución Educativa No. 33140
Institución Educativa Pueblo Libre
Institución Educativa No. 33287
Institución educativa No. 32568
Institución Educativa No. 32568
Institución Educativa No. 32462
Institución Educativa No. 32712
Institución Educativa No. 32500
Institución Educativa No. 32889
Institución Educativa Santa Peregrina
Institución Educativa Javier Pulgar Vidal
Institución Educativa No. 32520
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Libraries in Castillo Grande

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Facultad de Recursos Naturales Renovables Modulo 2 UNAS0.0
Leer para ser libres0.0

Farmers Markets in Castillo Grande

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Tingo María
Mercado de Tingo María
Mercado Tingo Maria
Túpac Amaru

Hotels in Castillo Grande

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Oro Verde
Villa Jennifer

Restaurants in Castillo Grande

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Distrito
La Finca Sevillano
Monte de los Olivos
Monte Prado
Rancho Grande
Restaurante Panchito Falcón

Clinics in Castillo Grande

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aclas Castillo Grande

Gas Stations in Castillo Grande

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación de Servicio Gianella
PECSA

Airports Near Castillo Grande

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Aguaytia AirportSmall Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Libre Del Codo AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Castillo Grande

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
647 m (2,123 ft)
Founded
1938
Twinned With
Juanjuí

🇵🇪 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 Castillo Grande

What is the population of Castillo Grande?

Castillo Grande has a population of 12,438 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 217 people per square mile, spread across 57.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Castillo Grande?

Castillo Grande has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.2 inches.

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