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Río Grande, Peru
Ica · Peru
Río Grande is a small town in Ica, Peru with a population of 4,689. Elevation: 1,220 ft (372 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Río Grande
The Rio Grande, in the United States, or the Río Bravo, in Mexico, also known as Tó Ba'áadi in Navajo, is one of the principal rivers in the Southwestern United States and in northern Mexico. The length of the Rio Grande is 1,896 miles (3,051 km), making it the fourth longest river in the United States and in North America by main stem. It originates in south-central Colorado, in the United States, and flows to the Gulf of Mexico. The Rio Grande drainage basin (watershed) has an area of 182,200 square miles (472,000 km2); however, the endorheic basins that are adjacent to and within the greater drainage basin of the Rio Grande increase the total drainage-basin area to 336,000 square miles (870,000 km2).
People
Climate
| Population | 4,689 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,220 ft (372 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.5160°, -75.1993° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ica |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.9 inches (481 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Río Grande
Río Grande is a small town in Peru (Ica) with a population of 4,689. The city sits at an elevation of 1,220 feet (372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,220 ft (372 m) |
| Area | 241.8 sq mi (626.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.5160°N, 75.1993°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1942 | S. PERU | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.0 m | 30 | 102 km |
| 1996 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 14 | 74 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Río Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in January to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.0") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Río Grande
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palpa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22428 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22437 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cap.fap. Jose Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22424 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22680 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22426 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Río Grande
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibition of the restoring of Llipata | ||||
| María Reiche Museum | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Palpa |
Clinics in Río Grande
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Río Grande
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Río Grande
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Río Grande
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Reiche Neuman Airport | NZC | Medium Airport |
| Las Dunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Río Grande?
Río Grande has a population of 4,689 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 241.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Río Grande?
Río Grande enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches.