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Santa Cruz, Peru
Ica · Peru
Santa Cruz is a small town in Ica, Peru with a population of 39. Elevation: 1,768 ft (539 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz
Palpa is a town in southern Peru, capital of the province of Palpa in the Ica region.
People
Climate
| Population | 39 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,768 ft (539 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.4836°, -75.2450° |
| 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 Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a small town in Peru (Ica) with a population of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,768 feet (539 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 | 1,768 ft (539 m) |
| Area | 241.8 sq mi (626.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.4836°N, 75.2450°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 99 km |
| 1996 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 14 | 73 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 61°F in August to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.3") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santa Cruz
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 22440 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22664 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 22440 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22434 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 22438 De Las Monjas | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibition of the restoring of Llipata | ||||
| María Reiche Museum | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Palpa |
Restaurants in Santa Cruz
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz
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 Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 39 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 241.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz 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.