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La Merced, Peru
Ancash · Peru
La Merced is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 307. Elevation: 12,205 ft (3,720 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Merced
Aija is a town in central Peru, capital of the province Aija in the region Ancash, on the west side of the Cordillera Negra.
People
Climate
| Population | 307 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,205 ft (3,720 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.7354°, -77.6165° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.8 inches (2,153 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
About La Merced
La Merced is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 307. The city sits at an elevation of 12,205 feet (3,720 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,205 ft (3,720 m) |
| Area | 142.9 sq mi (370.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.7354°N, 77.6165°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 51 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in |
La Merced has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 41°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Merced
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86149 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86147 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86165 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86166 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cped - 86145 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86145 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86167 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86917 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86148 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86144 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86146 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Vicente Guerrero Palacios | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86138 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in La Merced
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ichic-Willkawaín | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Ancash |
Libraries in La Merced
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Merced
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Mercado Popular Huaraz | |||||
| La Parada | |||||
| Mercado Central de Huaraz | |||||
| Mercado de Challhua | |||||
| Mercado de Independencia |
Breweries in La Merced
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Andina cervecería |
Stadiums & Teams in La Merced
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Merced
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of La Merced?
La Merced has a population of 307 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 142.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Merced?
La Merced has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.8 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.