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La Planchada, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
La Planchada is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 516. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 516 |
| Population Density | 152 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.4007°, -73.2224° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Planchada
La Planchada is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 516. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 152/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.4007°N, 73.2224°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2001 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 8.8 m | 103 | 47 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huambo (133 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 133 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 145 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 161 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in |
La Planchada has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.0") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Planchada
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 41515 Reino De España | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40242 | — | — | — | — |
Restaurants in La Planchada
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Planchada
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Planchada
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Atico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caraveli 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 Planchada?
La Planchada has a population of 516 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Planchada?
La Planchada enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.1 inches.