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El Prado, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

El Prado is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 259. Elevation: 9,491 ft (2,893 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

259 Population 1/sq mi density
9,491 ft Elevation 2,893 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
172.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population259
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain172.0 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation9,491 ft (2,893 m)
Population259
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation9,491 ft (2,893 m)
Coordinates-7.0337°, -79.0111°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation172.0 inches (4,369 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Prado

El Prado is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 259. The city sits at an elevation of 9,491 feet (2,893 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 172.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

El Prado has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 172.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,491 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average82.8°F
53% above Peru avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,491 ft (2,893 m)
Area211.5 sq mi (547.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-7.0337°N, 79.0111°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 172.0"
353% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 127 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 75 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 123 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 128 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 81 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 145 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 137 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 118 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 61 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 122 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 126 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 100 km
Jan 16, 2016 60 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M4.6 134 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 101 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 126 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 79 km
Apr 14, 2012 12 km WSW of Moche, Peru M4.6 134 km
Apr 7, 2013 37 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.6 126 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 90 km
Jun 22, 2023 12 km NW of Tocmoche, Peru M4.4 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in
February 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
July 83°F (29°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in Coldest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in

El Prado has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 61°F in August to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in El Prado

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 82858
Institución Educativa No. 82782
Institución Educativa No. 821108
Institución Educativa Quinden Alto
Institución Educativa No. 82938
Institución Educativa Rodeopampa
Institución Educativa No. 82951
Institución Educativa No. 82856
Institución Educativa Santo Toribio De Mogrovejo
Institución Educativa No. 82854
Institución Educativa La Arteza
Institución Educativa No. 821214
Institución Educativa No. 82859
Institución Educativa No. 821456
Institución Educativa No. 821227
Institución Educativa El Prado
Institución Educativa No. 82771
Institución Educativa No. 821252
Institución Educativa No. 82922
Institución Educativa No. 821401
Institución Educativa No. 821133
Institución Educativa No. 821107
Institución Educativa No. 82792
Institución Educativa Rafael Hoyos Rubio
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Radio Stations near El Prado

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Los Angeles - Chepen variety MP3 320 kbps
Radio Stereo TV peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 192 kbps

Museums in El Prado

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Sitio

Farmers Markets in El Prado

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in El Prado

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near El Prado

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Casa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Luya AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pacasmayo 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 El Prado

What is the population of El Prado?

El Prado has a population of 259 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 211.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Prado?

El Prado has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 172.0 inches.

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