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La Nueva Esperanza, Peru

Junin · Peru

La Nueva Esperanza is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 561. Elevation: 11,339 ft (3,456 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

561 Population 60/sq mi density
11,339 ft Elevation 3,456 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About La Nueva Esperanza

La Nueva Esperanza

El Convento de Santa Rosa de Ocopa se halla en el distrito de Santa Rosa de Ocopa, provincia de Concepción, departamento de Junín, en el Perú. Fundado por la orden franciscana para servir como sede de un colegio de misioneros, actualmente es un museo y guarda una magnífica biblioteca así como una nutrida pinacoteca. Es un auténtico “relicario del Perú”, como lo llamó José de la Riva Agüero y Osma.

People

Population561
Density60/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation11,339 ft (3,456 m)
Population561
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation11,339 ft (3,456 m)
Coordinates-11.8337°, -75.3284°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall51.7 inches (131 cm)

About La Nueva Esperanza

La Nueva Esperanza is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 561. The city sits at an elevation of 11,339 feet (3,456 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

La Nueva Esperanza has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,339 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,339 ft (3,456 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates-11.8337°N, 75.3284°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

196 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 132 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 136 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 149 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 108 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 74 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 132 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 136 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 128 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 117 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 138 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 128 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 131 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 47 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 47 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 138 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 133 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 132 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 31 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 61 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in Wettest
March 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in
August 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in

La Nueva Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 39°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in La Nueva Esperanza

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 30555
Institución Educativa Augusto Garcia Cuadrado
Institución Educativa 30443 Francisco Mercado Alanya
Institución Educativa 30497 Rosalvina Nuñez Orihuela
Institución Educativa 30494 Marcos Véliz Soto
Institución Educativa Victor Andres Belaunde
Institución Educativa Inicial 399 Estrellitas del Saber
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Radio Stations near La Nueva Esperanza

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in La Nueva Esperanza

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Casa de la Memoria
Museo Regional de Arqueología de Junín
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in La Nueva Esperanza

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Año Nuevo
Centro Comercial Nazaret
Centro Comercial Virgen de la Candelaria
La Moderna de Chilca
mercado de San Jeronimo
Mercado Jorge Chávez
Mercado La Florida
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo de Chupaca
Mercado Modelo Huancayo
Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción
Mercado Pío Pata

Stadiums & Teams in La Nueva Esperanza

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Nueva Esperanza

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Nueva Esperanza

29 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arcángel
Centro de Atención Primaria III Mantaro Huancayo Cercado
Centro Médico Las Americas S.A.
Centro Médico Mega Salud
Centro Medico Mi Buen Pastor
Centro Terapeutico Integral
Clinica El Carmen
Clinica Obsterica
Clínica Ortega
Clinica Ortega
Clínica Universal
Ghemo Lab
Incho
Justicia Paz Y Vida
La Libertad
New Life
ONG Salud Integral Andina
Ortopedia Good Hope
Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca
Pilcomayo
Policlinico Brevete Huancayo
Policlinico Del Centro
Policlínico Metropolitano Huancayo
Preventiva
Ray Sin Medicamentos ni Cirugias
Salud Y Mujer
San Agustin de Cajas
San Martin
Sicaya

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Nueva Esperanza

What is the population of La Nueva Esperanza?

La Nueva Esperanza has a population of 561 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Nueva Esperanza?

La Nueva Esperanza has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.

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