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San Carlos, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

San Carlos is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 295. Elevation: 6,637 ft (2,023 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

295 Population 10/sq mi density
6,637 ft Elevation 2,023 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
86.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About San Carlos

San Carlos

Pedro Ruiz Gallo es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Amazonas, provincia de Bongará, distrito de Jazán. Es asimismo capital del distrito de Jazán. Se encuentra a una altitud de 1313 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 2752 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population295
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain86.3 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation6,637 ft (2,023 m)
Population295
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation6,637 ft (2,023 m)
Coordinates-5.9667°, -77.9333°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation86.3 inches (2,192 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Carlos

San Carlos is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 295. The city sits at an elevation of 6,637 feet (2,023 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Carlos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 86.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,637 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above Peru avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,637 ft (2,023 m)
Area29.2 sq mi (75.7 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-5.9667°N, 77.9333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.3"
127% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.08"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

185 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 93 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 78 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 89 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 117 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 107 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 148 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 98 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 89 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 109 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 68 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 89 km
Aug 17, 1992 114 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.3 143 km
May 7, 2020 47 km NE of Moyobamba, Peru M5.3 141 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 82 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 104 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 94 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 102 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 100 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 102 km
Jul 6, 2025 53 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in
February 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in Wettest
April 62°F (16°C) 4.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
October 62°F (16°C) 4.3 in
November 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in

San Carlos has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in August to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and August the driest (2.1").

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Schools in San Carlos

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 18096
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Museums in San Carlos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Lámud
Museum of Sarcophagus of Karajia

Farmers Markets in San Carlos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Distrital de Corosha
Mercado Pedro Ruiz II

Stadiums & Teams in San Carlos

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Carlos

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Carlos

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San Carlos

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Waterfalls
2
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
1,342 m (4,403 ft)
Postal Code
01131

🇵🇪 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 San Carlos

What is the population of San Carlos?

San Carlos has a population of 295 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 29.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Carlos?

San Carlos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.

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