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Ambar, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Ambar is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 462. Elevation: 8,976 ft (2,736 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 462 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,976 ft (2,736 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.7333°, -77.2667° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.7 inches (348 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ambar
Ambar is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 462. The city sits at an elevation of 8,976 feet (2,736 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,976 ft (2,736 m) |
| Area | 590.0 sq mi (1,528.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.7333°N, 77.2667°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 92 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 141 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 150 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 142 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in |
Ambar has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 47°F in June to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ambar
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 20984-1 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20978 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20361 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20791 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20953 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 21008 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20363 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20858 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20362 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20311 Nuestra Señora De La Asuncion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20937 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ambar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Interpretacion |
Clinics in Ambar
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ambar
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huacho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pativilca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ambar
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Huacan |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ambar
What is the population of Ambar?
Ambar has a population of 462 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 590.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ambar?
Ambar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.