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Farías, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Farías is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 614. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

614 Population 12/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
10.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Farías

Farías, or Farias, is a Portuguese and Spanish surname. It is a variation of the Portuguese surname Faria.

People

Population614
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Population614
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates-7.8068°, -79.2249°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation10.1 inches (257 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Farías

Farías is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 614. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Farías has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above Peru avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area50.5 sq mi (130.9 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-7.8068°N, 79.2249°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.1"
73% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

126 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 13, 2025.

Nov 13, 2000 79 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 88 km
Jul 29, 2021 90 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 101 km
Apr 26, 2015 76 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.6 88 km
Dec 14, 1994 119 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.6 130 km
Aug 7, 2005 84 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M5.4 91 km
Feb 25, 2020 86 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.3 93 km
Jan 15, 2019 44 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.2 128 km
Feb 3, 2024 83 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.2 89 km
Jun 24, 2022 near the coast of northern Peru M5.1 114 km
Jul 20, 2020 92 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.1 104 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 28 km
Mar 18, 2002 109 km SW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.1 122 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 133 km
Aug 13, 2025 36 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.0 128 km
Oct 6, 1992 96 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 104 km
Apr 13, 2015 134 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 145 km
Jan 7, 1993 112 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M4.9 131 km
Apr 15, 2021 106 km SW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 121 km
Jul 27, 2011 96 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 107 km
Oct 5, 2001 75 km SW of Salaverry, Peru M4.9 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1678 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
March 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Wettest
April 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
August 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in

Farías has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 65°F in August to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.2") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Farías

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 81518
Institución Educativa Sor Maria Teresa De Calcuta
Institución Educativa No. 81522
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Radio Stations near Farías

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Peru folk radio MP3 128 kbps
Frecuencia 100 101.9 cumbia peruana, latin pop AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio frecuencia 100 - Trujillo variety AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Farías

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ex Museo de Chiclín
Museo Chiquitayac
Museo de Chiclín

Libraries in Farías

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Sandoval0.0

Farmers Markets in Farías

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asociación de Comerciantes 1ro de Julio
Centro Comercial de Cartavio
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Chiclín
Mercado de Chiquitoy
Mercado de Paiján
Mercado Luz del Sol
Mercado Mayorista El Milagro
Parada de Cartavio

Stadiums & Teams in Farías

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Farías

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTRULarge Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Casa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pacasmayo AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Farías

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Wichanzao

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
118 m (387 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Farías

What is the population of Farías?

Farías has a population of 614 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 50.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Farías?

Farías has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches.

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