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Santa Cruz, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Santa Cruz is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 187. Elevation: 10,751 ft (3,277 m). Average temperature: 87°F (30°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 187 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,751 ft (3,277 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.0600°, -76.9303° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 87°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.3 inches (1,887 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 187. The city sits at an elevation of 10,751 feet (3,277 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 87°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 86.7°F |
| 61% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,751 ft (3,277 m) |
| Area | 590.0 sq mi (1,528.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.0600°N, 76.9303°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 | 44 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 108 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 106 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 117 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 105 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 117 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 89°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 41°F in August to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santa Cruz
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 20368 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20338 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20369 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20339 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20337 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 21012 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20981 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20919 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20372 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20952 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20118 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinilo ¡Tu radio retro! 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000 | oldies & retro hits 70s 80s 90s 00s | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Airports Near Santa Cruz
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huacho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Auquimarca | |
| Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Apache |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 187 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 590.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.