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Independencia, Peru
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Independencia is a small town in Ica, Peru with a population of 4,183. Elevation: 623 ft (190 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Independencia
Independencia is a district of the Lima Province in Peru. It is located in the north area of the city.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,183 |
| Population Density | 139 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.7000°, -76.0333° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ica |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.5 inches (88 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Independencia
Independencia is a small town in Peru (Ica) with a population of 4,183. The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet (190 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Independencia
Independencia has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Feb (24.5°C), the coldest is Aug (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 2 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 365 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Area | 30.2 sq mi (78.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.7000°N, 76.0333°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 71 km |
| 1942 | S. PERU | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.0 m | 30 | 145 km |
| 1996 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 14 | 149 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 55 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in |
Independencia has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in August to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Independencia
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 22725 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22447 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22446 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 22445 Gerardo R. Mendoza Escate | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Maranatha | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Independencia | — | — | — | — |
| Federico Uranga | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Buenas Nuevas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22728 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22696 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22474 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 22498 Faustino Rosas Barboza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 22443 Jose Gabriel Aguilar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22767 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22552 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio 22728 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Independencia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Sitio de la Cultura Paracas | ||||
| Museo Reserva Nacional de Paracas | ||||
| Paracas History Museum |
Libraries in Independencia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca y Centro Cultural | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Independencia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Ferial Nº 1 | |||||
| Mercado Ferial Nº 2 | |||||
| Mercado La Frontera | |||||
| Terminal Pesquero José Olaya |
Clinics in Independencia
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Independencia
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Independencia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Independencia
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport | PIO | Large Airport |
| Las Dunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Revalora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Regis 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 Independencia?
Independencia has a population of 4,183 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 139 people per square mile, spread across 30.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Independencia?
Independencia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 365 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.5 inches.