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La Oroya, Peru
Junin · Peru
La Oroya is a mid-size city in Junin, Peru with a population of 33,345. Elevation: 12,352 ft (3,765 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
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About La Oroya
La Oroya is a city on the River Mantaro and capital of the Yauli Province, located in the Department of Junin in central Peru. It is situated on the eastern watershed of the Andes at an altitude of 3,745 m, some 176 km east-north-east of the national capital, Lima. La Oroya is the location of a smelting operation that earned the town a place on the Blacksmith Institute's 2007 report on "The World's Worst Polluted Places". It is also the eastern endpoint of the Central Highway of Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,345 |
| Population Density | 132 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,352 ft (3,765 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.5189°, -75.8994° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,505 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 126.6 inches (322 cm) |
About La Oroya
La Oroya is a mid-size city in Peru (Junin) with a population of 33,345. The city sits at an elevation of 12,352 feet (3,765 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in La Oroya
La Oroya has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C (49°F). The hottest month is Oct (10.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 224 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.3°F |
| 25% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,352 ft (3,765 m) |
| Area | 252.1 sq mi (653.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 132/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.5189°N, 75.8994°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 81 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 141 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 146 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 131 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 44°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 42°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 42°F (6°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.0 in |
La Oroya has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 39°F in July to 46°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in La Oroya
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Purisima Concepcion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31161 8 De Octubre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mayupampa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31146 Jose Antonio Encinas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Gran Mariscal Ramon Castilla | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31519 Nuestra Señora De Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31148 Manuel Scorza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| I.E. "Purísima Concepción" | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in La Oroya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 2 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Asuncion | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Techado Tarma |
Hotels in La Oroya
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Oroya
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Oroya
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in La Oroya
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Oroya
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Oroya
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in La Oroya
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in La Oroya
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Oroya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Oroya
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of La Oroya?
La Oroya has a population of 33,345 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 252.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Oroya?
La Oroya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 126.6 inches of snow.