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Samegua, Peru
Moquegua Department · Peru
Samegua is a small city in Moquegua Department, Peru with a population of 7,950. Elevation: 5,171 ft (1,576 m). Average temperature: 90°F (32°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Samegua
Samegua District is one of six districts of the province Mariscal Nieto in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,950 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,171 ft (1,576 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.1794°, -70.8989° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Moquegua Department |
| Average Temperature | 90°F (32°C) |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.7 inches (273 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Samegua
Samegua is a small city in Peru (Moquegua Department) with a population of 7,950. The city sits at an elevation of 5,171 feet (1,576 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 90°F (32°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 90.0°F |
| 67% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,171 ft (1,576 m) |
| Area | 2,312.1 sq mi (5,988.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.1794°N, 70.8989°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 78 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | - | 92 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 17 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutupaca (59 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 59 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 64 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 75 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 180 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 186 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86°F (30°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in |
Samegua has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 58°F in June to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.8") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Samegua
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 43137 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 43005 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Unión | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Maria Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Los Ángeles | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 43002 César Vizcarra Vargas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educacion Superior Técnico Profesional PNP Moquegua | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio 43002 Cesar Vizcarra Vargas | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Los Angeles | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 43016 Vitaliano Becerra Herrera | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Juan Bautista Scarsi Valdivia | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto de Educación Superior Tecnológica José Carlos Mariátegui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Fortunata | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Samegua
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Studio 97 | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Samegua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Contisuyo |
Farmers Markets in Samegua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria de la Chacra a la Olla | |||||
| Mercado Carrillo | |||||
| Mercado de San Antonio |
Restaurants in Samegua
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Samegua
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Samegua
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Samegua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Samegua
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Jorge Fernandez Maldon Airport | ILQ | Medium Airport |
| Campamento De Ilo Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cesar Torke Podesta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samegua
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita del Padre bartolomé | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Samegua?
Samegua has a population of 7,950 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,312.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samegua?
Samegua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 90°F (32°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.7 inches.