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Las Yaras, Peru

Tacna · Peru

Las Yaras is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 585. Elevation: 1,286 ft (392 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

585 Population 1/sq mi density
1,286 ft Elevation 392 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
0.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Las Yaras

Nuevo Tomasiri est un village péruvien de la région de Tacna dans la province de Tacna et dans le district d'Inclan.

People

Population585
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain0.4 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Population585
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Coordinates-17.8642°, -70.5612°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceTacna
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation0.4 inches (11 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Yaras

Las Yaras is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 585. The city sits at an elevation of 1,286 feet (392 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Las Yaras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 0.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,286 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above Peru avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Area1,130.0 sq mi (2,926.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-17.8642°N, 70.5612°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 0.4"
99% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 0.12"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

978 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 21, 2025.

Jun 26, 2001 34 km WSW of Pacocha, Peru M6.7 116 km
Dec 12, 1994 45 km E of Estique, Peru M6.3 111 km
Mar 6, 2011 68 km ESE of Palca, Peru M6.3 128 km
Oct 10, 2017 58 km E of Arica, Chile M6.3 116 km
Apr 1, 1997 73 km SE of Palca, Peru M6.2 120 km
May 14, 2012 40 km ENE of Palca, Peru M6.2 105 km
Apr 1, 1997 90 km SE of Palca, Peru M6.2 139 km
May 6, 2010 21 km S of Las Yaras, Peru M6.2 22 km
Feb 10, 1990 123 km S of Pacocha, Peru M5.9 137 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 141 km
Jul 13, 2005 13 km NE of Calana, Peru M5.9 48 km
Dec 15, 1991 14 km SSW of Totoral, Peru M5.9 41 km
May 17, 1990 48 km SE of Palca, Peru M5.8 102 km
Apr 16, 2005 34 km ENE of Palca, Peru M5.8 98 km
Jan 27, 2004 31 km SE of El Algarrobal, Peru M5.8 54 km
Jun 23, 2001 21 km S of Pacocha, Peru M5.8 83 km
Aug 26, 2003 20 km ESE of Torata, Peru M5.7 79 km
Oct 25, 1996 9 km NE of Ticaco, Peru M5.7 81 km
Jun 8, 1990 44 km S of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.7 138 km
Jan 29, 2014 97 km E of Arica, Chile M5.6 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.0 m (59 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1868 NORTHERN CHILE Earthquake 18.0 m 25,000 94 km
1604 S. PERU Earthquake 5.0 m 174 40 km
1868 NORTHERN CHILE Earthquake 0.2 m 94 km
1895 NORTHERN CHILE Earthquake 49 km
1715 PERU Earthquake 68 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (85 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 85 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 85 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 95 km
Taapaca Complex 5,860 m (19,226 ft) -320 115 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 143 km
Parinacota Stratovolcano 6,336 m (20,787 ft) 290 154 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
June 62°F (16°C) 0.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 0.1 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in

Las Yaras has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.1") and March the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Las Yaras

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 443 Santa Teresita
Institución Educativa 42053 Bartolome Julio Rospigliosi
Institución Educativa 42073 María Pilar Villanueva B
Institución Educativa 42072 Carolina Freyre Arias
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Radio Stations near Las Yaras

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fama Sur (Tarata) local radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Retro 80s, 90s MP3 320 kbps
Radio Positiva Tacna MP3 112 kbps
Radio Andina Tarata local news MP3 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in Las Yaras

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
MERCADITO PANAMERICANA SUR
Mercado Municipal de Locumba

Restaurants in Las Yaras

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carmencita

Gas Stations in Las Yaras

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GRIFO PETSUR
PE #2901174905

Stadiums & Teams in Las Yaras

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Airports Near Las Yaras

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chacalluta International AirportARIMedium Airport
Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International AirportTCQMedium Airport
Cesar Torke Podesta AirportSmall Airport
El Buitre AirportSmall Airport
Toquepala AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Las Yaras

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Virgen del Rosario

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Las Yaras

What is the population of Las Yaras?

Las Yaras has a population of 585 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,130.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Yaras?

Las Yaras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.4 inches.

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