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Catac, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Catac is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 2,776. Elevation: 11,617 ft (3,541 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Catac
Catac District is one of ten districts of the Recuay Province in Peru. Its seat is Catac.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,776 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,617 ft (3,541 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.8000°, -77.4333° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.5 inches (2,249 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.8 inches (60 cm) |
About Catac
Catac is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 2,776. The city sits at an elevation of 11,617 feet (3,541 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,617 ft (3,541 m) |
| Area | 142.9 sq mi (370.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.8000°N, 77.4333°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 62 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 44°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in |
Catac has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in June to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Catac
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Inicial Yanapampa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Rosa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86577 Cesar Vallejo Mendoza | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Coar Ancash | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86613 Fray Martin De Porres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86890 Juan Pablo Ii | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 86598 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 87508 Don Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Catac
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Catac
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Catac
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Catac
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Catac
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Catac
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Catac
What is the population of Catac?
Catac has a population of 2,776 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 142.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Catac?
Catac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.5 inches, with 23.8 inches of snow.