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Corongo, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Corongo is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 1,269. Elevation: 8,510 ft (2,594 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Corongo
Corongo is a town in central Peru, capital of the province Corongo in the region Ancash.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,269 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,510 ft (2,594 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.5833°, -77.9167° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.5 inches (2,223 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Corongo
Corongo is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 1,269. The city sits at an elevation of 8,510 feet (2,594 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,510 ft (2,594 m) |
| Area | 120.8 sq mi (312.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.5833°N, 77.9167°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis 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 | 83 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 119 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in |
Corongo has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 43°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Corongo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Juan Velasco Alvarado | College | - | , |
| Colegio Pedro Pablo Atusparia | College | - | , |
Schools in Corongo
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 88146 Tupac Amaru | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Pedro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 88127 San Pedro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 86952 Virgen De La Asuncion | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 88149 Micaela Bastidas | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Corongo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Zonal de Cabana |
Clinics in Corongo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Corongo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Corongo
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Corongo
What is the population of Corongo?
Corongo has a population of 1,269 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 120.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Corongo?
Corongo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.5 inches.