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San Rafael, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
San Rafael is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 2,056. Elevation: 8,924 ft (2,720 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Rafael
San Rafael Airport is an extremely high elevation airport serving the San Rafael tin mine in the Puno Region of Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,056 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,924 ft (2,720 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.3381°, -76.1833° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.5 inches (1,460 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 133.0 inches (338 cm) |
About San Rafael
San Rafael is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 2,056. The city sits at an elevation of 8,924 feet (2,720 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.3°F |
| 24% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,924 ft (2,720 m) |
| Area | 112.8 sq mi (292.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.3381°N, 76.1833°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 96 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.9 in |
San Rafael has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 34°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in San Rafael
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 32818 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32191 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32197 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32690 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Esteban Pavletich | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32162 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32848 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32695 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32189 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32161 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cped - 32161 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 32159 Divino Maestro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Marcos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32195 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32930 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in San Rafael
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ambo | |||||
| Mercado Isco | |||||
| Mercado Virgen del Carmen |
Restaurants in San Rafael
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Rafael
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Rafael
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Rafael
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Rafael
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
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 Rafael?
San Rafael has a population of 2,056 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 112.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Rafael?
San Rafael has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches, with 133.0 inches of snow.