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Sama Grande, Peru
Tacna · Peru
Sama Grande is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 826. Elevation: 1,732 ft (528 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Sama Grande
Nuevo Tomasiri est un village péruvien de la région de Tacna dans la province de Tacna et dans le district d'Inclan.
People
Climate
| Population | 826 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,732 ft (528 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.7910°, -70.4995° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tacna |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.6 inches (14 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sama Grande
Sama Grande is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 826. The city sits at an elevation of 1,732 feet (528 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,732 ft (528 m) |
| Area | 1,130.0 sq mi (2,926.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.7910°N, 70.4995°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 104 km |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 48 km |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 104 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 58 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 63 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 75 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 86 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 111 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 137 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in |
Sama Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 60°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sama Grande
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 42032 José Joaquín Inclán | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sama Grande
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fama Sur (Tarata) | local radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Retro | 80s, 90s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Positiva Tacna | — | MP3 112 kbps | |
| Radio Andina Tarata | local news | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Sama Grande
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Zela | ||||
| Casa de Zela | ||||
| Museo Casa Basadre Grohmann | ||||
| Museo Casa Basadre Grohmann | ||||
| Museo de Sitio del Alto de la Alianza | ||||
| Museo de Sitio del Alto de la Alianza | ||||
| Museo Ferroviario Nacional de Tacna | ||||
| Museo Ferroviario Nacional de Tacna |
Libraries in Sama Grande
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central UNJBG | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sama Grande
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación 2001 | |||||
| Centro Comercial Patricio Melendez | |||||
| Galeria Comercial San Gregorio | |||||
| La Agronómica Tacna | |||||
| MERCADITO PANAMERICANA SUR | |||||
| Mercado 1 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Grau | |||||
| Mercado Héroes del Cenepa | |||||
| Mercado Juan Velasco Alvarado | |||||
| Mercado Juan Velasco Alvarado | |||||
| Mercado Julio Rospigliosi | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista Pesquero |
Veterinaries in Sama Grande
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sama Grande
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chacalluta International Airport | ARI | Medium Airport |
| Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport | TCQ | Medium Airport |
| Cesar Torke Podesta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Buitre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sama Grande
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro médico del niño y del adolescente | ||
| Ramon Copaja | ||
| REMASUR resonancia magnética Tacna | ||
| terreno propiedad de essalud |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Sama Grande?
Sama Grande has a population of 826 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,130.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sama Grande?
Sama Grande enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.6 inches.