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Atahualpa, Peru

Loreto · Peru

Atahualpa is a small town in Loreto, Peru with a population of 628. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

628 Population 0/sq mi density
528 ft Elevation 161 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
83.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population628
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain83.6 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Population628
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Coordinates-4.8456°, -77.4822°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLoreto
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation83.6 inches (2,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Atahualpa

Atahualpa is a small town in Peru (Loreto) with a population of 628. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Atahualpa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Peru avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area7,926.3 sq mi (20,529.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-4.8456°N, 77.4822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.6"
120% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 8.74"
Driest Month (Aug) 5.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

242 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Oct 28, 1997 51 km N of Barranca, Peru M7.2 104 km
Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 134 km
May 2, 1995 64 km WSW of Alianza Cristiana, Peru M6.7 133 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 133 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 138 km
Feb 3, 2022 49 km NW of Barranca, Peru M6.5 75 km
Jul 13, 1992 52 km SSW of Alianza Cristiana, Peru M6.3 142 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 100 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 27 km
Jan 2, 2017 34 km ESE of Barranca, Peru M5.9 124 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 137 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 136 km
Sep 11, 1993 42 km ENE of Barranca, Peru M5.7 130 km
Jan 27, 2001 57 km NNW of Barranca, Peru M5.5 87 km
Jun 18, 2024 53 km SSW of Alianza Cristiana, Peru M5.5 139 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 108 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 141 km
Oct 21, 1990 109 km WSW of Alianza Cristiana, Peru M5.4 98 km
Aug 15, 2021 72 km WSW of Alianza Cristiana, Peru M5.4 137 km
Jun 7, 2020 85 km SW of Alianza Cristiana, Peru M5.4 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in
February 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in
April 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
May 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 7.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 5.7 in Coldest
August 79°F (26°C) 5.3 in Driest
September 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in
November 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in Warmest
December 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in

Atahualpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in July to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 83.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.7") and August the driest (5.3").

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Schools in Atahualpa

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 601743
Institución Educativa No. 62132
Institución Educativa Atahualpa
Institución Educativa No. 62279
Institución Educativa No. 62541
Institución Educativa No. 62243
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Airports Near Atahualpa

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ciro Alegria AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Atahualpa

What is the population of Atahualpa?

Atahualpa has a population of 628 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 7,926.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Atahualpa?

Atahualpa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.

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