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San Damián, Peru
Lima region · Peru
San Damián is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 818. Elevation: 10,600 ft (3,231 m). Average temperature: 89°F (31°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Damián
San Damian de Checa es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Lima, provincia de Huarochiri, distrito de San Damián. Se encuentra a una altitud de 3532 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 1145 habitantes.
People
Climate
| Population | 818 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,600 ft (3,231 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.0174°, -76.3918° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 89°F (31°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,370 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Damián
San Damián is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 818. The city sits at an elevation of 10,600 feet (3,231 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 88.5°F |
| 64% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,600 ft (3,231 m) |
| Area | 94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.0174°N, 76.3918°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 100 km |
| 1586 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 26.0 m | 22 | 146 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 88 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 77 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 78 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | - | 5 | 66 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 78 km |
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 |
San Damián 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").
Colleges & Universities in San Damián
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| I.E.S.T.P Amauta Julio C. Tello | College | - | , |
Schools in San Damián
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.E. I. 20908 "Santísimo Corazón de Jesús" | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20955-11 Santa Felicita | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20649 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20863 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Victor Andres Belaunde | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20586 San Francisco De Asis | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20908 Santisimo Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Victor Andres Belaunde | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20586 San Francisco De Asis | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near San Damián
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Enmanuel Huaycán | música y noticias, noticias | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Damián
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antioquia |
Restaurants in San Damián
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Damián
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Damián
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge Chávez International Airport | LIM | Large Airport |
| Aeroclub Alas del Mar | - | Small Airport |
| Las Palmas Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Lib Mandi Metropolitan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Bartolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Damián
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San Francisco de Sunicancha | |
| Iglesia Matriz de San Damián |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Damián?
San Damián has a population of 818 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Damián?
San Damián 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.