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La Libertad, Ecuador
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La Libertad is a mid-size city in Guayas, Ecuador with a population of 75,881. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About La Libertad
La Libertad is a city located in western Santa Elena Province, Ecuador, by the Pacific Ocean. It is the seat of La Libertad Canton.
People
Climate
| Population | 75,881 |
| Population Density | 7,871 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.2330°, -80.9104° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Guayas |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.1 inches (230 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Libertad
La Libertad is a mid-size city in Ecuador (Guayas) with a population of 75,881. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Climate in La Libertad
La Libertad has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.9°C), the coldest is Sep (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 599 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.0°F |
| 39% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,871/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.2330°N, 80.9104°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1953 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 6 | 134 km |
| 1933 | ECUADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 28 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in |
La Libertad has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 9.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.4") and August the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in La Libertad
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela de Grumetes "Contramaestre Juan Suárez" | University | — | — |
| Escuela Superior Naval "Cmdte Rafael Morán Valverde" | University | — | — |
| UNIVERSIDAD ESTATAL PENINSULA DE SANTA ELENA | University | — | Visit → |
| UNIVERSIDAD ESTATAL PENINSULA DE SANTA ELENA | University | — | Visit → |
| Universidad Estatal Península de Santa Elena | University | — | Visit → |
| Universidad Tecnológica Equinoccial | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in La Libertad
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manuel Espejo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad Educativa Santa Teresita | — | — | — | — |
| LUISA MARTIN GONZALEZ | — | — | — | — |
| MAR DE CONOCIMIENTOS | — | — | — | — |
| PEDRO FRANCO DAVILA | — | — | — | — |
| DON BOSCO EXTENSION SAN MIGUEL DE ARCANGEL | — | — | — | — |
| VIRGINIA REYES GONZALEZ | — | — | — | — |
| 22 DE DICIEMBRE | — | — | — | — |
| INNOVA | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Técnico de Muey | — | — | — | — |
| Kenedy | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio La libertad | — | — | — | — |
Museums in La Libertad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galería Náutica | ||||
| Los Amantes de Sumpa | ||||
| Museo Casaleón | ||||
| Museo de Ballenas (appointment required) | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico “Megaterio” | ||||
| Museo Salinas Siglo XXI |
Libraries in La Libertad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central UPSE | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Ciencias UPSE | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Libertad
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan Market | |||||
| Mercado de mariscos de San Pablo | |||||
| Mercado de Viveres | |||||
| Mercado Pueblo Nuevo | |||||
| Mini Market D'Cache |
Hotels in La Libertad
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Libertad
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in La Libertad
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in La Libertad
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Libertad
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in La Libertad
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in La Libertad
13 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Libertad
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Libertad
10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in La Libertad
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Libertad
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Libertad
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Ulpiano Paez International Airport | SNC | Large Airport |
| Aquapesca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ayangue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Delfines Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dualar Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Morro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Exportamar Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Guale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Josema Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manglaralto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mar Abierto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| NIRSA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panamao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pedro Carbo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Posorja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saraguro Army Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Libertad
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Católica Cristo Rey | |
| Capilla Católica Jesús del Gran Poder | |
| Capilla Católica Jesús Obrero | |
| Capilla Católica San Maximiliano María Kolbe | La Libertad | |
| Capilla Católica Virgen del Carmen | |
| Capilla Católica Virgen del Mar | |
| Capilla Luz Divina | |
| Corazón de María | |
| IBBP | |
| Iglesia Biblica Buen Pastor | |
| Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Jesus es Vida | |
| Iglesia Católica Divina Misericordia | Salinas | |
| Iglesia Católica Jesús El Buen Pastor | |
| Iglesia Católica Nuestra Señora del Carmen y San Benito | |
| Iglesia Católica Nuestra Señora del Cisne | |
| Iglesia Católica San Patricio | La Libertad | |
| Iglesia Católica San Rafael Arcángel | |
| Iglesia Católica San Timoteo de Anconcito | |
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Ultimos Dias | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
Around La Libertad
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near La Libertad
19 places within 15 km
- • Ballenita
- • Chipipe
- • Mar Bravo
- • Playa Carioca
- • Playa Cautivo
- + 2 more
- • ruth
- • La Chocolatera
- • Salinas Yacht Club
- • Achaílan
- • El Mirador de La Caleta
- • Loberia
- • Mirador del mar
- • Mirador El Faro
- • Mirador Farallón Dillon
- + 3 more
🇪🇨 About Ecuador
Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Libertad?
La Libertad has a population of 75,881 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 7,871 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Libertad?
La Libertad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.1 inches.