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Caujul, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Caujul is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 412. Elevation: 10,394 ft (3,168 m). Average temperature: 87°F (30°C).

Data updated June 2026

412 Population 1/sq mi density
10,394 ft Elevation 3,168 meters
87°F Avg Temperature 30°C
74.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Caujul

Caujul

Aguar fue fundado el 30 de enero de 1890 como anexo del Distrito de Caujul, Provincia de Cajatambo en Lima, Perú. Posteriormente el 5 de noviembre de 1986, se crea la Provincia de Oyón y pasa a formar parte de esta nueva provincia; limita por el norte con el Distrito de Caujul, por el este con San Benito, por el Sur con Lancha y Liple, por el oeste con Distrito de Naván.

People

Population412
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp87°F (30°C)
Rain74.3 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation10,394 ft (3,168 m)
Population412
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation10,394 ft (3,168 m)
Coordinates-10.8053°, -76.9789°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature87°F (30°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation74.3 inches (1,887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Caujul

Caujul is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 412. The city sits at an elevation of 10,394 feet (3,168 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 87°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Caujul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 74.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,394 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average86.7°F
61% above Peru avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,394 ft (3,168 m)
Area457.0 sq mi (1,183.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-10.8053°N, 76.9789°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.3"
96% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.67"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

130 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 106 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 91 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 147 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 101 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 126 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 147 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 96 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 97 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 124 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 138 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 147 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 94 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 86 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 118 km
Jan 6, 2017 66 km WSW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 144 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 139 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 132 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 110 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 75 km
May 22, 2018 13 km WSW of Végueta, Peru M4.9 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 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 61 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 135 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 134 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 145 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 133 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 4.4 in
February 45°F (7°C) 5.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.7 in Wettest
April 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 89°F (32°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 41°F (5°C) 0.3 in
September 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in
December 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in

Caujul has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 41°F in June to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Caujul

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 20095
Institución Educativa No. 20093
Institución Educativa No. 20044
Institución Educativa No. 20045
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Airports Near Caujul

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Caujul

What is the population of Caujul?

Caujul has a population of 412 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 457.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Caujul?

Caujul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.

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