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Oxapampa, Peru
Pasco · Peru
Oxapampa is a small city in Pasco, Peru with a population of 12,000. Elevation: 5,961 ft (1,817 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Oxapampa
Oxapampa is the capital of Oxapampa District and Oxapampa Province in Peru in the eastern part of the Pasco Region. Oxapampa belongs to the natural region known as Selva Alta or high jungle. 80 kilometres northward down the valley of the Huancabamba River is the settlement of Pozuzo. The most important agricultural pursuits in the region are raising cattle and growing coffee.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,000 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,961 ft (1,817 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.5775°, -75.4017° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Pasco |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.4 inches (1,128 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oxapampa
Oxapampa is a small city in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 12,000. The city sits at an elevation of 5,961 feet (1,817 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Oxapampa
Oxapampa has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Oct (15.9°C), the coldest is Jun (14°C). Average annual precipitation is 300 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,961 ft (1,817 m) |
| Area | 230.2 sq mi (596.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.5775°N, 75.4017°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 5.9 in |
Oxapampa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 61°F in July to 65°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Oxapampa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insituto superior Tecnológico profesional | College | — | — |
| Universidad Daniel Alcides Carrión (UNDAC) | University | — | — |
Schools in Oxapampa
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Jean Piaget | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ernesto Von Mullembruck | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Emblematica Divina Pastora | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 34207 Antonio Brack Egg | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 35005 Rvdo. Padre Bardo Bayerle | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Tres Reyes | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Peruano Suizo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 53 San Francisco De Asis | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34209 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34314 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34208 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34250 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Coar Pasco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 34622 Libertador Mariscal Castilla | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Emblematica Divina Pastora | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Tres Reyes | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Sagrado Corazon De Jesus Y Maria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Roma | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Peruano Suizo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34245 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 34205 Ana Mogas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34214 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34493 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34253 | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Educación Básica y Eapecial | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Oxapampa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Biblioteca “Antonio Brack Egg” | ||||
| Casa Museo Schlaefli | ||||
| Museo Historico de Oxapampa | ||||
| Museo Jorge Hassinger | ||||
| Museo Vintage Años Dorados |
Libraries in Oxapampa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa Museo Biblioteca “Antonio Brack Egg” | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oxapampa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abasto | |||||
| Mercado La Alameda | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Villa Rica | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Santa Rosa |
Hotels in Oxapampa
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Oxapampa
26 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Oxapampa
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Oxapampa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Oxapampa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oxapampa
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Oxapampa
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Oxapampa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baertl Biergarten |
Stadiums & Teams in Oxapampa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Oxapampa
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ciudad Constitución Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iscozasin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palcazú Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Bermudez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oxapampa
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Santa Rosa | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Virgen en Piedra |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Oxapampa?
Oxapampa has a population of 12,000 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 230.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oxapampa?
Oxapampa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches.