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La Peña, Dominican Republic
Duarte Province · Dominican Republic
La Peña is a small town in Duarte Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 976. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Peña
La Peña är en ort i Dominikanska republiken. Den ligger i provinsen Duarte, i den centrala delen av landet, 90 km norr om huvudstaden Santo Domingo. La Peña ligger 106 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 976.
People
Climate
| Population | 976 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.2768°, -70.1717° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Duarte Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.0 inches (1,601 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Peña
La Peña is a small town in Dominican Republic (Duarte Province) with a population of 976. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.0 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Area | 384.4 sq mi (995.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.2768°N, 70.1717°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1946 | NORTHEASTERN COAST | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,790 | 123 km |
| 1946 | NORTHEASTERN COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 75 | 75 km |
| 1989 | PUERTO RICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 144 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 103 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.3 in |
La Peña has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.3") and March the driest (3.1").
Schools in La Peña
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jose del Castillo Reyes | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Modesta Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Hermanas Mirabal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Jose Martí - La Mesa. | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Pedro Francisco Bonó | — | — | — | — |
| Manolo Tavares Justo | — | — | — | — |
| Buena Ventura Grullon | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica Juana Saltitopa | — | — | — | — |
| Francisca Valenzuela - Patao | — | — | — | — |
| Rafael Eduardo Valerio | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Peña
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Bachata | bachata, latin | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Suave 107.3 FM | baladas en español, música romántica | MP3 | |
| Canal 105.1 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 | |
| Especial 93.5 FM | baladas en español, baladas en ingles | MP3 | |
| Naranjo Dulce Radio | — | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in La Peña
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Hermanas Mirabal |
Libraries in La Peña
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Krc Print Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Mora | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Peña
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodega | |||||
| MERCADO NUEVO |
Gas Stations in La Peña
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in La Peña
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Peña
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Peña
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cibao International Airport | STI | Large Airport |
| Gregorio Luperon International Airport | POP | Medium Airport |
| La Isabela International Airport | JBQ | Medium Airport |
| Samaná El Catey International Airport | AZS | Medium Airport |
| Arroyo Barril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National Airport | COZ | Small Airport |
| Cotui Angelina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ranchito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos de Sabanatosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of La Peña?
La Peña has a population of 976 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 384.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Peña?
La Peña has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.0 inches.