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Barranca, Peru
Loreto · Peru
Barranca is a small city in Loreto, Peru with a population of 5,779. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 5,779 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.8330°, -76.6758° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Loreto |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.6 inches (2,302 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barranca
Barranca is a small city in Peru (Loreto) with a population of 5,779. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 172 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 7,926.3 sq mi (20,529.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.8330°N, 76.6758°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
Barranca has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in July to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 90.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.5") and August the driest (5.4").
Schools in Barranca
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 62031 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria Bazan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 62124 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 62441 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 62100 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 62099 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 62504 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 601526 | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Barranca
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bellavista Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Barranca?
Barranca has a population of 5,779 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 7,926.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barranca?
Barranca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.6 inches.