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La Unión, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
La Unión is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 4,788. Elevation: 10,502 ft (3,201 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About La Unión
La Unión is a town in central Peru, capital of the province Dos de Mayo in the region Huánuco. The city lies over the Vizcarra River and is divided between two of the nine districts of the province, La Unión on the right bank and Ripán on the left bank. It has a regional hospital. Close to the city, over a flat highland or meseta is the old famed Inca city called Wanuku Pampa, Wanuku Marka or Wanuku Viejo. The most important festival is by the end of July and it is called "La Fiesta del Sol".
People
Climate
| Population | 4,788 |
| Population Density | 143 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,502 ft (3,201 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.8270°, -76.8020° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.3 inches (1,480 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 163.3 inches (415 cm) |
About La Unión
La Unión is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 4,788. The city sits at an elevation of 10,502 feet (3,201 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,502 ft (3,201 m) |
| Area | 33.4 sq mi (86.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 143/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.8270°N, 76.8020°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 148 km |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 3.9 in |
La Unión has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 47°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in La Unión
41 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa L C Innova | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Colegio Nacional | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nacional De Mujeres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Aurelio Cardenas Pachas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Señor De La Unidad | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Virgen Del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa La Asuncion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Yarowilca | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Hermilio Valdizan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 32246 Virgen Del Carme | — | — | — | — |
| Hermilio Valdizan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32851 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Virgen Purisima De Seccha | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33264 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32936 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33378 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Pedro De Vinchus Chico | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32685 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32346 | — | — | — | — |
| Felipe Huaman Poma De Ayala | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32719 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pedro Galvez Egusquiza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32336 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 32340 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32849 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32243 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32756 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33113 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33299 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32333 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32339 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33088 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32673 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Señor De Los Milagros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33112 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32251 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32209 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Colegio Nacional | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jircanhuain | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in La Unión
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Mercado Central de La Union | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in La Unión
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Unión
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Unión
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Unión
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Unión
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Unión
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Unión
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Unión
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Señora del Carmen | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
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 Unión?
La Unión has a population of 4,788 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 143 people per square mile, spread across 33.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Unión?
La Unión enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.3 inches, with 163.3 inches of snow.