Callao, Peru
Major city · Population 1.3M
Callao is the 2nd largest city in Peru with a population of approximately 1,300,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 392nd largest city in the world, accounting for 3.80% of Peru's total population of 34.2M. Callao is classified as a major city and operates in the America/Lima timezone. The average annual temperature is 19.7°C with 40 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 7 meters above sea level.
Population
1,300,000
Global Rank
#392
Country Rank
#2
% of Peru
3.80%
Avg Temperature
19.7°C
Annual Rainfall
40 mm
Elevation
7 m
Timezone
America/Lima
Callao on the Map
Climate in Callao
Callao's warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Aug. The wettest month is Dec with 19 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Peru at a Glance
Country Population
34,217,848
Capital
Lima
Region
South America
Major Cities
26
GDP per Capita
$8,452
Life Expectancy
77.9 years
Urban Population
85.2%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in Peru
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Callao with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lima | 7,737,002 | 12 km |
| Miraflores | 187,401 | 13 km |
| San Francisco De Borja | 105,076 | 15 km |
| Santiago de Surco | 251,648 | 17 km |
| Santa Anita - Los Ficus | 184,614 | 18 km |
| Chincha Alta | 153,076 | 186 km |
| Huancayo | 456,250 | 209 km |
| Huánuco | 196,627 | 255 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Callao?
The population of Callao, Peru is approximately 1,300,000 people, making it the 392nd largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in Peru.
Is Callao the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima. Callao is the 2nd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Callao?
Callao has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C and receives 40 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Aug.
What timezone is Callao in?
Callao is in the America/Lima timezone.