La Esmeralda, Peru
Piura · Peru
La Esmeralda is a small town in Piura, Peru with a population of 590. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About La Esmeralda
Colán es una localidad y balneario peruano del distrito homónimo ubicado en la provincia de Paita en el departamento de Piura. El balneario fue fundado en febrero de 1927. Tenía una población de 1160 hab. según el censo de 2017.
People
Climate
| Population | 590 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.0089°, -81.0650° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Piura |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.5 inches (419 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esmeralda
La Esmeralda is a small town in Peru (Piura) with a population of 590. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.8°F |
| 35% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 337.4 sq mi (873.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.0089°S, 81.0650°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
La Esmeralda has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 68°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 1.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.6") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Esmeralda
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Lucas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20802 Apostol Santiago | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio 20802 Apostol Santiago | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Lucas | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Esmeralda
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Girasol | local radio | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Girasol Piura | cumbia salsa tecno 70 80 baladas varios | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in La Esmeralda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Arqueología e Historia de Tangarará | ||||
| Museo Polivalente Elba Aranda de Sarango |
Libraries in La Esmeralda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca César Vallejo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Luciano Castillo Colonna. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Esmeralda
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos Miguel Grau | |||||
| Mercado Modelo La Huaca |
Hotels in La Esmeralda
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Esmeralda
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Esmeralda
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in La Esmeralda
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Esmeralda
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Esmeralda
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Victor Montes Arias International Airport | TYL | Medium Airport |
| PAF Captain Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport | PIU | Medium Airport |
| El Pato Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Paita Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Esmeralda
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Lucas | |
| Jesus de Nzareth |
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 590 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 337.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esmeralda?
La Esmeralda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches.
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