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Huaura, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Huaura is a small city in Lima region, Peru with a population of 20,723. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Huaura
Huaura is a city in Peru. It is the capital of the homonymous district located in the province of Huaura in the department of Lima. It had an estimated population of 24,668 according to the 2017 census. It ceased to be the provincial capital in 1866 in favor of the city of Huacho and is part of the conurbation formed around the latter by means of two bridges over the Huaura River.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,723 |
| Population Density | 93 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.0700°, -77.5994° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.8 inches (45 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huaura
Huaura is a small city in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 20,723. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Huaura
Huaura has an average annual temperature of 19.6°C (67°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 43 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.9°F |
| 35% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 221.9 sq mi (574.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 93/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.0700°N, 77.5994°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 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 | 117 km |
| 1586 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 26.0 m | 22 | 137 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 112 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 119 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 117 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 127 km |
| 1974 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 78 | 135 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | - | 5 | 122 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
Huaura has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 59°F in August to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 2.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.4") and December the driest (0.0").
Schools in Huaura
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Teresa Gonzales De Fanning De Santa Maria | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Jose Marello | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 02 San Francisco De Asis | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Señor De Las Maravillas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Norbert Wiener | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Triolet | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Coronel Pedro Portillo Silva | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20335 Nuestra Señora Del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20334 Generalisimo Don Jose De San Martin | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20936 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20830 Heroes Del Cenepa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20366 Tupac Amaru Ii | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 21536 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Antonio Abad | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Barbara | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Innovas Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Guadalupe | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Huaura
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova Prime | - | MP3 |
Museums in Huaura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balcón de Huaura y museo de sitio | ||||
| Caral Museum | ||||
| Centro de Interpretacion | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Regional |
Farmers Markets in Huaura
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "La Parada" | |||||
| Mercado Centenario | |||||
| Mercado Central y Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Cruz de Cano | |||||
| Mercado Modelo y Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Huaura | |||||
| Mercado Parada Luis Pardo | |||||
| Plaza Auto Servicios | |||||
| Santa Rosa |
Restaurants in Huaura
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Huaura
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Huaura
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Huaura
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Huaura
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huaura
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huacho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Patao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pativilca Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Huaura
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huaura
What is the population of Huaura?
Huaura has a population of 20,723 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 93 people per square mile, spread across 221.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huaura?
Huaura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.8 inches.