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Mala, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Mala is a small city in Lima region, Peru with a population of 17,260. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mala
Mala ist eine Stadt im zentralen Westen Perus in der Provinz Cañete. Die Stadt ist Verwaltungssitz des gleichnamigen Distrikts. Beim Zensus 2017 wurden 22.325 Einwohner gezählt, 10 Jahre zuvor lag die Einwohnerzahl bei 19.332.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,260 |
| Population Density | 289 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.6581°, -76.6308° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.6 inches (320 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mala
Mala is a small city in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 17,260. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Mala
Mala has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Feb (21.6°C), the coldest is Sep (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 63 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 59.7 sq mi (154.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 289/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.6581°N, 76.6308°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 26.0 m (85 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1586 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 26.0 m | 22 | 123 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 96 km |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 81 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 89 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 80 km |
| 1974 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 78 | 133 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | - | 5 | 83 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 80 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in |
Mala has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in August to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.3") and April the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Mala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| IEN 20123 INMACULADA CONCEPCION | College | - | , |
Schools in Mala
39 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Antonio De Padua | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Inicial José Abelardo Quiñones | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Apostol San Pedro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Martin De Porres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Mis Primeros Pasos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santisima Virgen Del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 21524 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20194 Jesus Divino Maestro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20250 Azpitia | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Francisco De Asis | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20158 Dos De Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20831 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Dionisio Manco Campos | - | - | - | - |
| Virgen de Guadalupe | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20237 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Reyna de los Ángeles | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Colegio Moderno | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20927 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20179 Alejandro Camacho Cuya | - | - | - | - |
| Idem | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Maria Madre Del Amor Hermoso | - | - | - | - |
| San Pedro Del Valle De Mala | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Luis Maria De Montfort | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20796 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 21015 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20962 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20236 Jose Olaya Balandra | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Anglo Peruano Catolico | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Dante Alighieri | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 003 Divino Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Inmaculado Corazon De Maria | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa José Abelardo Quiñones | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santiago Antunez De Mayolo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Virgen De Guadalupe | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Cristo Redentor | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa La Pontificia | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Mala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública de Pucusana | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Modelo San Martin de Porres | |||||
| Mercado Relma | |||||
| Mercado San José | |||||
| Mercado San Pedro de Mala | |||||
| Mercado Señor de la Ascencion de Cachuy | |||||
| Mercado Señor de Los Milagros | |||||
| Mercado Sur Plaza de Mala | |||||
| Mercado Virgen de Chapi | |||||
| Mercado Virgen de Las Mercedes | |||||
| Santiago Camacho |
Hotels in Mala
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mala
38 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mala
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Mala
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Mala
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mala
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mala
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mala
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mala
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mala
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mala
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mala
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barra Cervecera |
Stadiums & Teams in Mala
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mala
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge Chávez International Airport | LIM | Large Airport |
| Aeroclub Alas del Mar | - | Small Airport |
| Las Palmas Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Las Plumas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lib Mandi Metropolitan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Revalora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Bartolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mala
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alianza Christina | |
| Antiguo Templo De San Antonio | |
| Capilla Cementerio | |
| Dios es Amor | |
| Igleisa San Antonio de Padua | |
| Iglesia Dignidad Nacional | |
| Iglesia el Buen Rastor | |
| Iglesia San Pedro del Valle de Mala | |
| Iglesia San Vicente Martir | |
| Iglesia Santa Cruz de Flores | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Movimiento Misionero Mundial |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mala
What is the population of Mala?
Mala has a population of 17,260 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 289 people per square mile, spread across 59.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mala?
Mala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.6 inches.