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Buena Vista, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Buena Vista is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 971. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Buena Vista
Chao is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the district of Chao in the region La Libertad. This town is located about 65 km south of Trujillo. Chao is primarily an agricultural center in the Chao Valley.
People
Climate
| Population | 971 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.4797°, -78.6326° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buena Vista
Buena Vista is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 971. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet (171 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.4°F |
| 27% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 570.3 sq mi (1,477.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.4797°N, 78.6326°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 | 141 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 82 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 71 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in |
Buena Vista has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 65°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 3.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.0") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Buena Vista
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 80635 San Juan Bautista | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80782 Abelardo Gamarra | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81772 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 80875 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80638 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82106 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 80844 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80705 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Buena Vista
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peru folk radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Frecuencia 100 101.9 | cumbia peruana, latin pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio frecuencia 100 - Trujillo | variety | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Buena Vista
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central Víctor Rául Haya de la Torre | |||||
| Mercado de Puente Virú | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa |
Stadiums & Teams in Buena Vista
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Buena Vista
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Buena Vista?
Buena Vista has a population of 971 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 570.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buena Vista?
Buena Vista enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.1 inches.