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Lachaqui, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Lachaqui is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 766. Elevation: 11,975 ft (3,650 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lachaqui
Arahuay is a village in Canta Province, Lima Region, Peru, South America. It is the seat of Arahuay District. Its geographical coordinates are 11° 37' 20" South, 76° 40' 10" West. "Arahuay is located 22 kilometres away from Santa Rosa de Quives, at over 2300 metres above sea level, and pierced over a small valley. The small town is surrounded by pre-Inca archaeological remains and a cluster of blue lagoons."
People
Climate
| Population | 766 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,975 ft (3,650 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.5529°, -76.6272° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.7 inches (1,491 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 273.9 inches (696 cm) |
About Lachaqui
Lachaqui is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 766. The city sits at an elevation of 11,975 feet (3,650 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.9°F |
| 34% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,975 ft (3,650 m) |
| Area | 54.5 sq mi (141.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.5529°N, 76.6272°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 48 km |
| 1586 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 26.0 m | 22 | 143 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 79 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 72 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 80 km |
| 1974 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 78 | 150 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 64 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 40°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 38°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 38°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in |
Lachaqui has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 33°F in January to 44°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Lachaqui
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20288 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20303 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lachaqui
35 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Oxígeno | música, pop | AAC 130 kbps | |
| La Salsa Maestra | afro-latin music, salsa | MP3 | |
| Radio Corazón (94.3 FM Lima) | baladas en español, musica romantica | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Felicidad 88.9 | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Z Rock & Pop | classic rock, pop | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Generacion Kpop | kpop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mambo INN Radio | salsa | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Karibeña | — | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Amor por Cable | amor, baladas | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio 92 (92.5 FM Lima) | electronic music, hip hop | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Radio Nacional del Perú | nacional, national | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Onda Cero | urban contemporary, urban music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio 1160 Peru | musica variada | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Rock and Pop Classics | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 | |
| Ovación (620 AM) | deportes, soccer news | AAC+ 49 kbps | |
| Señal Pitara Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ovación 620 AM | sports | AAC+ 49 kbps | |
| Radio La Zona (90.5 FM, Lima) | contemporary hits, juvenil | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Doble Nueve - Live | alternative indie rock, indie | AAC+ 36 kbps | |
| Vinilo ¡Tu radio retro! 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000 | oldies & retro hits 70s 80s 90s 00s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Funky Hits | disco, funk | MP3 | |
| Moderna Radio Papá | news talk music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Peruana Radio | peruvian rock, rock peruano | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio RPP Mundial | soccer | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Red Radio Integridad (RRI) | online christian radio, religious | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Filarmonía (OCR-4V, 102.7 MHz FM, Lima) (IRTP) | classical music, cultural programming | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Doble Nueve - Millennial | — | AAC+ 36 kbps | |
| Radio Un Hueco en el Espacio | classic rock oldies | AAC+ 256 kbps | |
| RPP Mundial | sports | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Latidos 94.7 FM (Huaral) | local radio | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| MAX RADIO STATION | variada | MP3 | |
| RPP Mundial (Check 25/11/2022) | soccer | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Mundo Beatles Radio (MP3) | classic rock, indie | MP3 | |
| Mundo Beatles (MP3) | classic rock, indie | MP3 | |
| Radio Enmanuel Huaycán | música y noticias, noticias | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Lachaqui
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca - Museo Comunal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Virtual | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lachaqui
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inmaculada Concepcción |
Stadiums & Teams in Lachaqui
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lachaqui
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge Chávez International Airport | LIM | Large Airport |
| Las Palmas Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lachaqui
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San Juan de Viscas |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Lachaqui?
Lachaqui has a population of 766 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 54.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lachaqui?
Lachaqui has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.7 inches, with 273.9 inches of snow.