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Luya, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Luya is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 2,358. Elevation: 7,582 ft (2,311 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,358 Population 40/sq mi density
7,582 ft Elevation 2,311 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
86.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Luya

Luya

Luya is a province located in the south and west part of the department of Amazonas in Peru.

People

Population2,358
Density40/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain86.3 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation7,582 ft (2,311 m)
Population2,358
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation7,582 ft (2,311 m)
Coordinates-6.1639°, -77.9453°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation86.3 inches (2,192 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Luya

Luya is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 2,358. The city sits at an elevation of 7,582 feet (2,311 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Luya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 86.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,582 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above Peru avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,582 ft (2,311 m)
Area59.4 sq mi (153.8 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates-6.1639°N, 77.9453°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.3"
127% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 96 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 81 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 91 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 128 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 128 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 126 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 100 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 102 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 92 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 78 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 90 km
May 7, 2020 47 km NE of Moyobamba, Peru M5.3 148 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 81 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 114 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 105 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 109 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 97 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 112 km
Jul 6, 2025 53 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 124 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in
February 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
March 60°F (16°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
July 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
December 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in

Luya has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 59°F in August to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Luya

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 18370 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18137 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18286 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18380 - - - -
Institución Educativa Por Los Niños De Luya - - - -
Institución Educativa 18132 Jose Antonio Encinas Franco - - - -
Institución Educativa Ramon Castilla - - - -
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Museums in Luya

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chachapoyas Museum
Museo de Lámud
Museo Etnohistórico Religioso Santa Ana
Museum of Sarcophagus of Karajia

Farmers Markets in Luya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado de Colcamar
Mercado Pedro Ruiz II

Clinics in Luya

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Luya

Bus Stations in Luya

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Collectivo

Gas Stations in Luya

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PE #12620945801

Stadiums & Teams in Luya

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Airports Near Luya

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Baguá Airport-Small Airport
Celendín Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda El Valor Airport-Small Airport
Lagunas Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco Airport-Small Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,359 m (7,740 ft)
Postal Code
01510

🇵🇪 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 Luya

What is the population of Luya?

Luya has a population of 2,358 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 59.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Luya?

Luya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.

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