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Langa, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Langa is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 548. Elevation: 9,377 ft (2,858 m). Average temperature: 89°F (31°C).

Data updated June 2026

548 Population 6/sq mi density
9,377 ft Elevation 2,858 meters
89°F Avg Temperature 31°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Langa

Langa

San José de los Chorrillos es una localidad peruana, capital del distrito de Cuenca, de la Provincia de Huarochirí en el Departamento de Lima, bajo la administración del Gobierno Regional de Lima-Provincias, Perú.

People

Population548
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp89°F (31°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation9,377 ft (2,858 m)
Population548
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation9,377 ft (2,858 m)
Coordinates-12.1258°, -76.4211°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature89°F (31°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation53.9 inches (1,370 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Langa

Langa is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 548. The city sits at an elevation of 9,377 feet (2,858 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 89°F (31°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Langa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (31°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,377 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average88.5°F
64% above Peru avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,377 ft (2,858 m)
Area94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1258°N, 76.4211°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

221 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2007 41 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M8.0 142 km
Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 54 km
Jun 23, 2021 11 km WSW of Mala, Peru M5.9 72 km
Aug 16, 2007 38 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.8 138 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 146 km
May 8, 2003 90 km WSW of Chilca, Peru M5.7 141 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 87 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 33 km
Oct 1, 1996 19 km SSW of Chilca, Peru M5.6 75 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 111 km
Aug 16, 2007 22 km SSW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.6 126 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 137 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 58 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 102 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 138 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 56 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 79 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 81 km
Jun 3, 2014 20 km W of Chilca, Peru M5.2 70 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

9 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 600 111 km
1586 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 26.0 m 22 140 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 86 km
2007 S. PERU Earthquake 10.1 m 596 142 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 75 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 74 km
1974 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 0.9 m 78 150 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 65 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 2.8 in
February 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
March 51°F (10°C) 4.6 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
May 47°F (9°C) 0.1 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in
September 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
November 49°F (10°C) 0.7 in
December 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in

Langa has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 45°F in June to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Langa

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 20630
Institución Educativa No. 20538
Institución Educativa No. 20620
Institución Educativa No. 20836
Institución Educativa No. 20835
Institución Educativa No. 20629
Institución Educativa 20893 Abelardo Santisteban Tello
Institución Educativa No. 20843
Institución Educativa No. 20942
Institución Educativa 20538 Cochahuayco
Institución educativa 20555 Cruz de Laya
Institución Educativa 20559 San Juan
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Radio Stations near Langa

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Enmanuel Huaycán música y noticias, noticias MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Langa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro de Interpretación Nieve Nieve
Museo de Antioquia

Farmers Markets in Langa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Santa Ana

Hotels in Langa

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hospedaje Jose
Hospedaje Jovita
Hospedaje Lidu
Hospedaje Municipal
Hospedaje Municipal de Orcocoto
Hospedaje Municipal de Santa Cruz Laya

Restaurants in Langa

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant Nataly

Stadiums & Teams in Langa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Langa

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jorge Chávez International AirportLIMLarge Airport
Aeroclub Alas del MarSmall Airport
Las Palmas Air BaseSmall Airport
Lib Mandi Metropolitan AirportSmall Airport
San Bartolo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Langa

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de La Mina
Igleisa de Villa Pampilla
Iglesia de Cochahuayco
Iglesia de San José de los Chorrillos
Iglesia de San Martín de Orcocoto
Iglesia de Santa Cruz de Lanchi
Iglesia de Santa Cruz de Laya
Iglesia Virgen María de La Asunción

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,784 m (9,134 ft)
Postal Code
15585

🇵🇪 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 Langa

What is the population of Langa?

Langa has a population of 548 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Langa?

Langa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (31°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.

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