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La Matanza, Peru
Piura · Peru
La Matanza is a small city in Piura, Peru with a population of 5,828. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About La Matanza
La Matanza refers to a communist-indigenous rebellion that took place in El Salvador between 22 and 25 January 1932. After the revolt was suppressed, it was followed by large-scale government killings in western El Salvador, which resulted in the deaths of 10,000 to 40,000 people. Another 100 soldiers were killed during the suppression of the revolt.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,828 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.2133°, -80.0915° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Piura |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.9 inches (1,573 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Matanza
La Matanza is a small city in Peru (Piura) with a population of 5,828. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.0°F |
| 43% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 425.9 sq mi (1,103.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.2133°N, 80.0915°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in |
La Matanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 6.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Matanza
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa N° 1173 San Francisco Laynas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Gamez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa N° 20163 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa N° 14944 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa N° 20200. | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa N° 14709 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 14644 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Agustín | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Educación Especial - Divino Niño | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 15257 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 14643 Santa Rosa de Lima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 14988 Maria Parado De Bellido | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Gamez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 14709 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20200 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20470 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20165 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20425 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20179 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20203 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20430 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20163 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 14944 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 15167 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in La Matanza
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo intercultural Yapatera |
Libraries in La Matanza
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central Paccha | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Orlando Velasquez Benites | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Vicús | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Matanza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadillo 28 de Julio- Km 50 | |||||
| Mercado de La Matanza | |||||
| Mercado La Encantada | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Morropón |
Restaurants in La Matanza
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Matanza
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Matanza
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Matanza
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Matanza
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Matanza
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Matanza
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| PAF Captain Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport | PIU | Medium Airport |
| Huancabamba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yapatera Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Matanza
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Laynas | |
| Parroquia San Agustín | |
| Templo San José y Sta Ana |
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 Matanza?
La Matanza has a population of 5,828 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 425.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Matanza?
La Matanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.9 inches.