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Laraos, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Laraos is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 530. Elevation: 11,506 ft (3,507 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Laraos
Laraos District is one of thirty-three districts of the province Yauyos in the Lima Region in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 530 |
| Population Density | 46 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,506 ft (3,507 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3479°, -75.7867° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.2 inches (1,477 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 50.9 inches (129 cm) |
About Laraos
Laraos is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 530. The city sits at an elevation of 11,506 feet (3,507 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.0°F |
| 24% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,506 ft (3,507 m) |
| Area | 11.5 sq mi (29.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.3479°N, 75.7867°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 145 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 148 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 145 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 137 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 39°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 40°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 4.0 in |
Laraos has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 39°F in January to 43°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Laraos
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santo Domingo School | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santo Domingo | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Laraos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Huancaya |
Farmers Markets in Laraos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Yauyos |
Hotels in Laraos
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Laraos
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Plumas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Laraos
What is the population of Laraos?
Laraos has a population of 530 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Laraos?
Laraos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches, with 50.9 inches of snow.