All Countries
Santiago, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Santiago is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 315. Elevation: 11,099 ft (3,383 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Santiago, Peru
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Santiago
Santiago, also known as Santiago de Chile, is the capital and largest city of Chile and one of the largest cities in the Americas. Located in the Chilean Central Valley within the Santiago Basin, between the Andes to the east and the Chilean Coastal Range to the west, it anchors the Santiago Metropolitan Region and its conurbation of Greater Santiago, which comprises more than forty communes and concentrates over a third of the national population and around 45% of Chile's GDP. Most of the city lies between 500 and 650 meters above sea level, with recent urban growth extending into the Andean foothills.
People
Climate
| Population | 315 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,099 ft (3,383 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.0956°, -76.2304° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.8 inches (1,239 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 239.2 inches (607 cm) |
About Santiago
Santiago is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 315. The city sits at an elevation of 11,099 feet (3,383 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,099 ft (3,383 m) |
| Area | 94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.0956°N, 76.2304°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 | 112 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 106 km |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 149 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 95 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 95 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 84 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in |
Santiago has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 43°F in June to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Santiago
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 20635 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20636 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20607 Apostol Santiago | — | — | — | — |
| I.E. N° 20607 Apostol Santiago de Anchucaya | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Santiago
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santiago
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroclub Alas del Mar | — | Small Airport |
| Lib Mandi Metropolitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bartolo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santiago
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Santiago de Anchucaya |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Santiago.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santiago
What is the population of Santiago?
Santiago has a population of 315 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago?
Santiago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches, with 239.2 inches of snow.