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Buena Vista Alta, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Buena Vista Alta is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 359. Elevation: 988 ft (301 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 359 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 988 ft (301 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.4323°, -78.2065° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.9 inches (454 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buena Vista Alta
Buena Vista Alta is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 359. The city sits at an elevation of 988 feet (301 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 988 ft (301 m) |
| Area | 691.4 sq mi (1,790.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.4323°N, 78.2065°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 64 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 70 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in |
Buena Vista Alta has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 60°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Buena Vista Alta
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 88112 Ricardo Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88248 Virgen De La Puerta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88110 Nuestra Señora de Fátima | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Buena Vista Alta
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova peru | musica tropical | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Buena Vista Alta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Regional de Casma "Max Uhle" |
Farmers Markets in Buena Vista Alta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado La Paradita | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Yautan | |||||
| Mercado Parada del Estadio |
Restaurants in Buena Vista Alta
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Buena Vista Alta
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Buena Vista Alta
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buena Vista Alta
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Buena Vista Alta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Buena Vista Alta
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Buena Vista Alta
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Cruz de Mayo | |
| Capilla Virgen de Fátima | |
| Iglesia Evangélica del Movimiento Misionero Mundial MMM | |
| Iglesia evangelica Pentecostal de Jesucristo IEPJ | |
| Iglesia Matriz de Buenavista Alta |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Buena Vista Alta?
Buena Vista Alta has a population of 359 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 691.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buena Vista Alta?
Buena Vista Alta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.