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Mirave, Peru

Tacna · Peru

Mirave is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 564. Elevation: 3,593 ft (1,095 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

564 Population 1/sq mi density
3,593 ft Elevation 1,095 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
3.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population564
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain3.3 in/yr
Sunny Days364/yr
Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)
Population564
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)
Coordinates-17.4790°, -70.5493°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceTacna
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation3.3 inches (83 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mirave

Mirave is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 564. The city sits at an elevation of 3,593 feet (1,095 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Mirave enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 364 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 3.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,593 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above Peru avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days364 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)
Area499.4 sq mi (1,293.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-17.4790°N, 70.5493°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.3"
91% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 0.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

974 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 21, 2025.

May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 109 km
Jun 26, 2001 34 km WSW of Pacocha, Peru M6.7 120 km
Oct 10, 2017 58 km E of Arica, Chile M6.3 148 km
Mar 6, 2011 68 km ESE of Palca, Peru M6.3 139 km
Dec 12, 1994 45 km E of Estique, Peru M6.3 101 km
Apr 1, 1997 73 km SE of Palca, Peru M6.2 142 km
May 14, 2012 40 km ENE of Palca, Peru M6.2 104 km
May 6, 2010 21 km S of Las Yaras, Peru M6.2 64 km
Dec 15, 1991 14 km SSW of Totoral, Peru M5.9 14 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 118 km
Jul 13, 2005 13 km NE of Calana, Peru M5.9 62 km
Jun 23, 2001 21 km S of Pacocha, Peru M5.8 94 km
Apr 16, 2005 34 km ENE of Palca, Peru M5.8 96 km
Jan 27, 2004 31 km SE of El Algarrobal, Peru M5.8 68 km
May 17, 1990 48 km SE of Palca, Peru M5.8 118 km
Oct 25, 1996 9 km NE of Ticaco, Peru M5.7 61 km
Jun 8, 1990 44 km S of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.7 136 km
Aug 26, 2003 20 km ESE of Torata, Peru M5.7 38 km
May 25, 2006 58 km SSE of Pacocha, Peru M5.6 98 km
Feb 20, 2003 73 km W of Arica, Chile M5.6 117 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 25,000 134 km
1604 S. PERU Earthquake 5.0 m 174 61 km
1868 NORTHERN CHILE Earthquake 0.2 m - 134 km
1895 NORTHERN CHILE Earthquake - - 75 km
1715 PERU Earthquake - - 33 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (50 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 50 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 54 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 87 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 102 km
Taapaca Complex 5,860 m (19,226 ft) -320 131 km
Parinacota Stratovolcano 6,336 m (20,787 ft) 290 167 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
February 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Wettest
March 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in Coldest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
August 60°F (16°C) 0.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in
October 62°F (16°C) 0.0 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in

Mirave has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 59°F in June to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.4") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Mirave

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 42028 Mariscal Guillermo Miller - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 42051 - - - -
Institución Educativa Escuela Adventista Mirave - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mirave

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Studio 97 - MP3 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in Mirave

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Alto Camilaca
Mercado La Florida
Mercado Municipal de Locumba
Mercado Municipal de Mirave

Clinics in Mirave

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Puesto de Saludo Mirave

Stadiums & Teams in Mirave

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Airports Near Mirave

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International AirportTCQMedium Airport
Cesar Torke Podesta Airport-Small Airport
Cuajone Botiflaca Airport-Small Airport
Toquepala Airport-Small 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 Mirave

What is the population of Mirave?

Mirave has a population of 564 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 499.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mirave?

Mirave enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.3 inches.

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