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Samanco, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Samanco is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 2,233. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Samanco
Samanco District is one of nine districts of the Santa Province in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,233 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2617°, -78.4961° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Samanco
Samanco is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 2,233. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 691.4 sq mi (1,790.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2617°N, 78.4961°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 | 93 km |
| 1996 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 12 | 125 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 34 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 63 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Samanco has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 63°F in January to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Samanco
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 89507 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88367 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ramon Castilla | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Benito De Palermo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88058 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88086 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88060 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 89525 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Samanco
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova peru | musica tropical | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Samanco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Punkuri | ||||
| Museo Regional de Casma "Max Uhle" |
Libraries in Samanco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Samanco
| 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 Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Parada del Estadio | |||||
| Mercado Pueblos Unidos | |||||
| Mercado San Felipe |
Stadiums & Teams in Samanco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Manuel Gómez Arellano | ||
| Estadio Municipal Centenario Manuel Rivera Sánchez | ||
| Estadio Municipal de Coishco |
Airports Near Samanco
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 Samanco
16 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud Coishco | ||
| Centro de Salud Florida | ||
| Centro de Salud Progreso | ||
| Centro Mádico Arcángel | ||
| Centro Materno | ||
| Centro Medico Coishco | ||
| 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 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Samanco
What is the population of Samanco?
Samanco has a population of 2,233 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 Samanco?
Samanco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.5 inches.