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Llipa, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Llipa is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 627. Elevation: 9,911 ft (3,021 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

627 Population 1/sq mi density
9,911 ft Elevation 3,021 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
83.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population627
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation9,911 ft (3,021 m)
Population627
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation9,911 ft (3,021 m)
Coordinates-10.3811°, -77.2067°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall58.6 inches (149 cm)

About Llipa

Llipa is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 627. The city sits at an elevation of 9,911 feet (3,021 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Llipa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 58.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,911 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,911 ft (3,021 m)
Area457.0 sq mi (1,183.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-10.3811°N, 77.2067°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.1"
119% above Peru avg
Snowfall 58.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

120 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 110 km
Jul 17, 1992 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.8 147 km
May 11, 2002 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 142 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 116 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 133 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 139 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 135 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 127 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 97 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 96 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 135 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 108 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 124 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 122 km
Jan 6, 2017 66 km WSW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 150 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 136 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 109 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 108 km
Oct 6, 2003 64 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 135 km
Feb 7, 2019 74 km W of Paramonga, Peru M4.9 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 600 111 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 4.4 in Warmest
March 49°F (9°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.0 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.1 in
September 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
December 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in

Llipa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 40°F in January to 49°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Llipa

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 86222
Institución educativa No. 20496
Institución Educativa No. 20496
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Libraries in Llipa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Llipa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Santa Rosa

Stadiums & Teams in Llipa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Llipa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Patao AirportSmall Airport
Pativilca AirstripSmall Airport

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 Llipa

What is the population of Llipa?

Llipa has a population of 627 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 457.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Llipa?

Llipa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches, with 58.6 inches of snow.

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