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San Mateo, Peru
Lima region · Peru
San Mateo is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 3,669. Elevation: 10,364 ft (3,159 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About San Mateo
San Mateo or San Mateo de Huánchor is the capital of San Mateo District in Huarochirí Province, Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,669 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,364 ft (3,159 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.7594°, -76.3006° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,370 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Mateo
San Mateo is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 3,669. The city sits at an elevation of 10,364 feet (3,159 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.3°F |
| 26% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,364 ft (3,159 m) |
| Area | 94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.7594°N, 76.3006°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 74 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 101 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 91 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 95 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 81 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 44°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in |
San Mateo has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 41°F in August to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in San Mateo
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Túpac Amaru | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20595 Jose Gabriel Condorcanqui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Mateo De Huanchor | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Obrero | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Mateo De Huanchor | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20660 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20594 Javier Heraud | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20659 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20662 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Nacional San Mateo de Huanchor | — | — | — | — |
| I.E.I. N° 385 San Antonio de Padua | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in San Mateo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Modelo Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Señor de Los Milagros |
Hotels in San Mateo
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Mateo
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Mateo
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San Mateo
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in San Mateo
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San Mateo
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Mateo
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Mateo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Mateo
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Mateo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igleisa Matriz |
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 Mateo?
San Mateo has a population of 3,669 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Mateo?
San Mateo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.