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Gorgorillo, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Gorgorillo is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 500. Elevation: 13,727 ft (4,184 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 500 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,727 ft (4,184 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.3354°, -77.1256° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.1 inches (2,110 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 58.6 inches (149 cm) |
About Gorgorillo
Gorgorillo is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 500. The city sits at an elevation of 13,727 feet (4,184 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.9°F |
| 22% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,727 ft (4,184 m) |
| Area | 457.0 sq mi (1,183.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.3354°N, 77.1256°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 110 km |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in |
Gorgorillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 40°F in January to 53°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Gorgorillo
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86235 | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Gorgorillo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gorgorillo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Santa Rosa |
Stadiums & Teams in Gorgorillo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gorgorillo
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Patao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pativilca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Gorgorillo?
Gorgorillo has a population of 500 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 Gorgorillo?
Gorgorillo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°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.