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Santa Elena, Peru
Loreto · Peru
Santa Elena is a small town in Loreto, Peru with a population of 785. Elevation: 400 ft (122 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 785 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 400 ft (122 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.0258°, -74.0909° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Loreto |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 89.2 inches (2,266 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Elena
Santa Elena is a small town in Peru (Loreto) with a population of 785. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet (122 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 174 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 400 ft (122 m) |
| Area | 1,233.1 sq mi (3,193.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.0258°N, 74.0909°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in |
Santa Elena has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in July to 81°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 89.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.2") and July the driest (3.9").
Schools in Santa Elena
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 60638 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 601098 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 6010165 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 60730 | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Santa Elena
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Buncuyo | — | 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 Elena?
Santa Elena has a population of 785 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,233.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Elena?
Santa Elena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 174 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.2 inches.