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Río Seco, Peru
Junin · Peru
Río Seco is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 538. Elevation: 2,464 ft (751 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Río Seco
Chanchamayo or La Merced is a town in the Junín Region in central Peru. It is the capital of the Chanchamayo District, which is located in the Chanchamayo Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 538 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,464 ft (751 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.9099°, -75.2929° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.5 inches (1,714 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Río Seco
Río Seco is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 538. The city sits at an elevation of 2,464 feet (751 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 67.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.0°F |
| 31% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,464 ft (751 m) |
| Area | 754.9 sq mi (1,955.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.9099°N, 75.2929°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 | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 8.7 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 8.1 in |
Río Seco has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 69°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 67.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.1") and June the driest (2.4").
Schools in Río Seco
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 31691 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31194 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30917 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31304 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31479 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30913 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30879 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30872 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31400 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30864-1 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31343 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30756 Rio Seco | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Río Seco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Biblioteca “Antonio Brack Egg” |
Libraries in Río Seco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Biblioteca “Antonio Brack Egg” | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Río Seco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Modelo de Villa Rica |
Zoos in Río Seco
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Río Seco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Río Seco
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iscozasin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Bermudez Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Río Seco?
Río Seco has a population of 538 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 754.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Río Seco?
Río Seco 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 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.5 inches.