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Nepeña, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Nepeña is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 1,873. Elevation: 466 ft (142 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Nepeña
Nepeña is a town and the capital of Nepeña District, in the province Santa in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,873 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1725°, -78.3589° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.6 inches (92 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nepeña
Nepeña is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 1,873. The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet (142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.2°F |
| 32% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Area | 691.4 sq mi (1,790.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1725°N, 78.3589°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 79 km |
| 1996 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 12 | 143 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 49 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 73 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in |
Nepeña has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in August to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.4") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Nepeña
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.E.P Institución Educativa San Felipe | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 89509 Amanda Miasta Gutierrez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Jacinto | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 89501 Manuel Encarnacion Rojo Castillo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa School Kinder King | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88099 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 89510 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 89537 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Marcos Evaristo Villacre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa High School Catolica Virgen De Guadalupe | — | — | — | — |
| Virgen De Guadalupe | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nepeña
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova peru | musica tropical | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Nepeña
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Punkuri |
Libraries in Nepeña
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nepeña
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Chacra ala Olla | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chimbote | |||||
| Centro Comercial Esquina del Movimiento | |||||
| Las Malvinas | |||||
| Los Ferroles | |||||
| mercado 2 de mayo | |||||
| Mercado 3 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado Alfonso Ugarte | |||||
| Mercado Bellamar | |||||
| Mercado de Peces La Sirena | |||||
| Mercado de Pescadores | |||||
| Mercado de Villa María | |||||
| Mercado La Molina | |||||
| Mercado La Perla | |||||
| Mercado La Perlita | |||||
| Mercado Las Delicias | |||||
| Mercado Los Cedros | |||||
| Mercado Los Olivos | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado minorista PPao | |||||
| Mercado Miramar | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Pueblos Unidos | |||||
| Mercado San Felipe |
Hotels in Nepeña
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nepeña
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nepeña
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nepeña
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nepeña
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nepeña
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nepeña
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Manuel Gómez Arellano | ||
| Estadio Municipal Centenario Manuel Rivera Sánchez |
Airports Near Nepeña
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Nepeña
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud Florida | ||
| Centro de Salud Progreso | ||
| Centro Mádico Arcángel | ||
| Centro Materno | ||
| Centro Medico Drasilud | ||
| Clínica Bellsal | ||
| Clínica San Pablo | ||
| Clínica Sossma | ||
| Consultorio Médico Ecográfico - Isabel de los Ángeles | ||
| Curandero Naturista | ||
| Medicentro Modelo | ||
| Policlínico Policía Nacional del Perú - Chimbote | ||
| Puesto de Salud Santa Ana Costa | ||
| UroGinec |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nepeña
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| La Capilla | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Nepeña
What is the population of Nepeña?
Nepeña has a population of 1,873 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 691.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nepeña?
Nepeña has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.6 inches.