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Esperanza Baja, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Esperanza Baja is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 784. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

784 Population 2/sq mi density
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
11.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Esperanza Baja

Esperanza Baja

Huaral is a city in Peru, capital of the Huaral Province in the Department of Lima. It is located within the jurisdiction of the Regional Government of Lima-Provinces and is located on the central coast of the country.

People

Population784
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Population784
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates-11.4379°, -77.2242°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation11.9 inches (303 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Esperanza Baja

Esperanza Baja is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 784. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Esperanza Baja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above Peru avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area369.6 sq mi (957.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-11.4379°N, 77.2242°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.9"
69% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 0.51"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

180 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 79 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 53 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 86 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 35 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 107 km
Oct 1, 1996 19 km SSW of Chilca, Peru M5.6 145 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 85 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 135 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 111 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 22 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 137 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 83 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 87 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 16 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 134 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 62 km
Jun 3, 2014 20 km W of Chilca, Peru M5.2 124 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 90 km
Jan 6, 2017 66 km WSW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 106 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 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 83 km
1586 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 26.0 m 22 109 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 62 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 64 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 75 km
1974 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 0.9 m 78 111 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 67 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 75 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
April 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest
September 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Esperanza Baja has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in August to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 2.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.5") and November the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Esperanza Baja

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 20865 La Florida
Institución Educativa 20901 Jose Faustino Sanches Carrion
Institución Educativa San Jose
Institución Educativa 20399 La Esperanza
Institución Educativa 20448 Nuestra Señora De La Esperanza
Institución Educativa Inicial 20396 Antonio Arellano Buitrón
Institución Educativa 20396 Antonio Arellano Buitrón
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Radio Stations near Esperanza Baja

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vinilo ¡Tu radio retro! 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000 oldies & retro hits 70s 80s 90s 00s AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Esperanza Baja

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chancay Museum
Museo de la cultura Chancay

Libraries in Esperanza Baja

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal de Huaral0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Huaral0.0

Farmers Markets in Esperanza Baja

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asoc. Mercado de Frutas N°1 de Huaral "El Palmo"
Galería Cahuas
Galería La Pirámide
La Nacional Plaza
Mega Mercado ACOMESAR
Mercado Carlos Mora
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Chancay
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Abastos de Huaral
Mercado de Abastos de Huaral
Mercado de Frutas García Alonso
Mercado de Hortalizas
Mercado El Rosario
Mercado Mayorista de Frutas El Huarangal
Mercado Modelo

Clinics in Esperanza Baja

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puesto de Salud Cabuyal

Stadiums & Teams in Esperanza Baja

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Esperanza Baja

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jorge Chávez International AirportLIMLarge Airport
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Las Palmas Air BaseSmall Airport
Patao AirportSmall Airport
Pativilca AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Esperanza Baja

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla La Quincha
Capilla Señor Cautivo de Ayabaca

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
188 m (617 ft)
Founded
1551

🇵🇪 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 Esperanza Baja

What is the population of Esperanza Baja?

Esperanza Baja has a population of 784 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 369.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Esperanza Baja?

Esperanza Baja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches.

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