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San Rafael, Peru

San Martín Department · Peru

San Rafael is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 1,301. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1,301 Population 10/sq mi density
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
108.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About San Rafael

San Rafael

San Rafael is a city in the southern region of the Mendoza Province, Argentina. With more than 118,000 inhabitants, it is the largest city in and the seat of San Rafael Department.

People

Population1,301
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain108.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Population1,301
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates-7.0304°, -76.4750°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceSan Martín Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation108.7 inches (2,760 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Rafael

San Rafael is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 1,301. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Rafael enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 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 108.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above Peru avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area130.4 sq mi (337.7 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-7.0304°N, 76.4750°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.7"
186% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.00"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

178 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.3 on May 23, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 135 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 140 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 132 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 131 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 95 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 134 km
Feb 12, 1995 15 km N of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.6 147 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 130 km
Oct 25, 2012 5 km ESE of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.4 131 km
May 7, 2020 47 km NE of Moyobamba, Peru M5.3 149 km
Apr 10, 2005 59 km ESE of Huicungo, Peru M5.3 64 km
Jul 23, 1997 29 km SE of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.3 119 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 129 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 42 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 120 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 39 km
Jun 8, 2017 76 km ENE of Tocache, Peru M5.2 127 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 115 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 133 km
Apr 12, 1991 21 km NNE of Rioja, Peru M5.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 4.9 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
May 79°F (26°C) 4.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
July 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in Warmest
December 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in

San Rafael has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 67°F in January to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.0") and July the driest (2.7").

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Schools in San Rafael

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 0047 Jesus El Buen Maestro
Institución Educativa 0190 Cesar Vallejo Mendosa
Institución Educativa 0759 Francisco Bolognesi
Institución Educativa 0005 San Jose Obrero
Institución Educativa 0226 Juan Daniel Del Aguila Velasquez
Institución Educativa 0700 San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa 0049 Imaculada Concepcion
Institución Educativa Corpus Christe
Institución Educativa No. 154
Institución Educativa 0188 Daniel Alcides Carrion
Institución Educativa No. 617
Institución Educativa No. 140
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Clinics in San Rafael

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Rafael

Gas Stations in San Rafael

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #3115742883

Stadiums & Teams in San Rafael

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Airports Near San Rafael

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes AirportTPPMedium Airport
Juanjui AirportJJIMedium Airport
Alao AirportSmall Airport
Chazuta AirportSmall Airport
Huallaga AirportBLPSmall Airport
Lamas AirportSmall Airport
Pachiza AirportSmall Airport
Picota AirportSmall Airport
Pucacaca AirportSmall Airport
San José de Sisa AirportSmall Airport
Saposoa AirportSQUSmall Airport
Shapaja AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Rafael

What is the population of San Rafael?

San Rafael has a population of 1,301 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 130.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Rafael?

San Rafael enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.7 inches.

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