Catahuasi, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Catahuasi is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 302. Elevation: 3,845 ft (1,172 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 302 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,845 ft (1,172 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.7989°, -75.8919° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.2 inches (311 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Catahuasi
Catahuasi is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 302. The city sits at an elevation of 3,845 feet (1,172 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,845 ft (1,172 m) |
| Area | 171.7 sq mi (444.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.7989°S, 75.8919°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 101 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | - | 5 | 150 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in |
Catahuasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 52°F in June to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Catahuasi
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 20956-5 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20260 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20219 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Inicial 528 José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20868 José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Crfa Huayllampi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20780 Señor De La Ascencion De Cachuy | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20741 Señor de los Milagros | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Catahuasi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Catahuasi
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Catahuasi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Catahuasi
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huancayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Plumas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Revalora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Regis Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Catahuasi?
Catahuasi has a population of 302 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 171.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Catahuasi?
Catahuasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 12.2 inches.
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