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Surco, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Surco is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 969. Elevation: 6,644 ft (2,025 m). Average temperature: 89°F (31°C).
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About Surco
Santiago de Surco, commonly known simply as Surco, is a district of Lima, Peru. It is bordered on the north with the district of Ate Vitarte and La Molina; on the east with San Juan de Miraflores, on the west with San Borja, Surquillo, Miraflores and Barranco, and on the south with Chorrillos.
People
Climate
| Population | 969 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,644 ft (2,025 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.8840°, -76.4400° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 89°F (31°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,370 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Surco
Surco is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 969. The city sits at an elevation of 6,644 feet (2,025 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 89°F (31°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 88.5°F |
| 64% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,644 ft (2,025 m) |
| Area | 94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.8840°N, 76.4400°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 | 84 km |
| 1586 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 26.0 m | 22 | 145 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 83 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 73 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 76 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 62 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in |
Surco has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 43°F in August to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Surco
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 20614 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20615 San Jeronimo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20679 Virgen Purisima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20955-1 Eduardo De Habich | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20615 San Jeronimo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20955-3 Señor De Los Milagros | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Surco
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Enmanuel Huaycán | música y noticias, noticias | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Surco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Interpretación Nieve Nieve | ||||
| Museo de Antioquia |
Libraries in Surco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Virtual | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Surco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Modelo Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Moyopampa | |||||
| Mercado Santa Ana | |||||
| Mercado Señor de Los Milagros |
Clinics in Surco
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Surco
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Surco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Surco
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge Chávez International Airport | LIM | Large Airport |
| 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 Surco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Matriz de San Jerónimo de Surco |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Surco
What is the population of Surco?
Surco has a population of 969 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Surco?
Surco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (31°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.