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La Peca, Peru
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La Peca is a small city in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 27,045. Elevation: 2,943 ft (897 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About La Peca
La Peca is a place in La Peca District in the Bagua Province, Amazonas Region, Peru. The town's population is approximately 22,400.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,045 |
| Population Density | 324 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,943 ft (897 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.6111°, -78.4350° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Amazonas |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.9 inches (2,183 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Peca
La Peca is a small city in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 27,045. The city sits at an elevation of 2,943 feet (897 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in La Peca
La Peca has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.3°C), the coldest is Jun (19.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 399 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.3°F |
| 26% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,943 ft (897 m) |
| Area | 83.4 sq mi (216.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 324/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.6111°N, 78.4350°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in |
La Peca has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 67°F in July to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (2.3").
Colleges & Universities in La Peca
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| I.S.T.P. Utcubamba | College | — | — |
| IESPP Cesar Abraham Vallejo Mendoza | College | — | Visit → |
| Institución Educativa Técnico Industrial Bagua | College | — | — |
| Universidad de la Amazonía | University | — | — |
Schools in La Peca
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 16988 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa José Carlos Mariátegui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Fe y Alegría 31 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16275 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17189 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17792 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16987 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16284 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16279 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17185 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16288 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ramiro Priale Priale | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16960 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16285 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16282 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16238 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16283 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16280 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16615 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16751 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17193 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16278 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17190 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16782 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16990 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16778 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17784 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16687 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16789 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16242 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in La Peca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de Aramango | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Utcubamba | |||||
| Mercado Principal |
Clinics in La Peca
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Peca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Peca
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Shumba Airport | JAE | Medium Airport |
| Baguá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda El Valor Airport | — | Small Airport |
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 Peca?
La Peca has a population of 27,045 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 324 people per square mile, spread across 83.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Peca?
La Peca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 85.9 inches.