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Gorgor, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Gorgor is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 13,340 ft (4,066 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

13,340 ft Elevation 4,066 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
83.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Gorgor

Gorgor

Gorgor es un caserío peruano, capital del distrito homónimo, perteneciente a la provincia de Cajatambo del departamento de Lima, al centro oeste del Perú.

People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation13,340 ft (4,066 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation13,340 ft (4,066 m)
Coordinates-10.5833°, -77.0333°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall58.6 inches (149 cm)

About Gorgor

Gorgor is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 13,340 feet (4,066 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Gorgor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 348 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 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 58.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,340 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above Peru avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,340 ft (4,066 m)
Area457.0 sq mi (1,183.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-10.5833°N, 77.0333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.1"
119% above Peru avg
Snowfall 58.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.50"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

115 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 M6.3 131 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 102 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 136 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 119 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 109 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 118 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 115 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 148 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 107 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 145 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 122 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 103 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 141 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 123 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 124 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 113 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 51 km
Nov 2, 2002 39 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 136 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 72 km
Oct 9, 1991 33 km WNW of Chancay, Peru M4.9 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 82 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 4.9 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.5 in Wettest
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 60°F (16°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 44°F (7°C) 0.3 in
September 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
December 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in

Gorgor has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Gorgor

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 20984-2
Institución Educativa No. 20856
Institución Educativa No. 20036
Institución Educativa No. 20041
Institución Educativa No. 20033
Institución educativa No. 20020
Institución Educativa Honorio Manrique Nicho
Institución Educativa No. 20017
Institución Educativa No. 20034
Institución Educativa No. 20910
Institución Educativa Santiago Antunez De Mayolo
Institución Educativa No. 20012
Institución Educativa No. 20016
Institución Educativa Andres Avelino Caceres
Institución Educativa No. 20035
Institución Educativa No. 20985
Institución Educativa No. 20031
Institución Educativa No. 20015
Institución Educativa No. 20014
Institución Educativa Cajamarquilla
Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria Bazan
Institución Educativa No. 20011
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Hotels in Gorgor

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Huayhuash
Hotel Tambo del Inca

Restaurants in Gorgor

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Melany

Clinics in Gorgor

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre de Salud Cajatambo

Bus Stations in Gorgor

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #9960562417

Stadiums & Teams in Gorgor

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Airports Near Gorgor

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Patao AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,049 m (10,004 ft)
Postal Code
15190

🇵🇪 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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What is the weather like in Gorgor?

Gorgor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches, with 58.6 inches of snow.

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