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La Esmeralda, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
La Esmeralda is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 1,063. Elevation: 9,501 ft (2,896 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,063 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,501 ft (2,896 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.6828°, -74.5874° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (911 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esmeralda
La Esmeralda is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 1,063. The city sits at an elevation of 9,501 feet (2,896 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,501 ft (2,896 m) |
| Area | 198.5 sq mi (514.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.6828°N, 74.5874°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in |
La Esmeralda has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 44°F in July to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in La Esmeralda
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 30187 Hipolito Unanue | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31347 Maria Parado De Bellido | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30978 Jose Antonio Encinas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa La Esmeralda | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 36493 Sebastian Lorente Ibañez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30060 Mercedes Indacochea Lozano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Micaela Bastidas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31411 Alfonso Ugarte Vernal | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 36494 Ramon Castilla | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31348 Francisco De Toledo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31346 Pedro Paulet | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36808 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 36517 Ciro Alegria Bazan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Ricardo Taipe Pacheco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31345 Domingo Savio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31116 Rosa De America | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Amauta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31412 Pablo Neruda | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santiago Antunez De Mayolo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Esmeralda
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Farmers Markets in La Esmeralda
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Centro |
Restaurants in La Esmeralda
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Esmeralda
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Esmeralda
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Esmeralda
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Esmeralda
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pichari Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Esmeralda
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Anco |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Esmeralda?
La Esmeralda has a population of 1,063 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 198.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esmeralda?
La Esmeralda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.