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Santa Rosa Alta, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Santa Rosa Alta is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 698. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Rosa Alta
San Vicente de Cañete, commonly known as San Vicente or Cañete, is a city and capital of the Cañete Province, in southern Lima Region. With a population of 85,533.
People
Climate
| Population | 698 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.0954°, -76.3901° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.8 inches (70 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Rosa Alta
Santa Rosa Alta is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 698. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 287.2 sq mi (743.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.0954°N, 76.3901°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 40 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 144 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 135 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 139 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 135 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 47 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in |
Santa Rosa Alta has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in August to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 2.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (0.8") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santa Rosa Alta
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 20249 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20971 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 21529 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 21618 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 21518 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20872 | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Santa Rosa Alta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Quilmaná | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Rosa Alta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadillo de San Vicente | |||||
| Mercado de Frutas Don Mariano | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado San Leonardo | |||||
| Mercado Virgen del Carmen |
Monuments in Santa Rosa Alta
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santa Rosa Alta
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Rosa Alta
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Rosa Alta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Rosa Alta
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport | PIO | Large Airport |
| Aeroclub Alas del Mar | — | Small Airport |
| Las Plumas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lib Mandi Metropolitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Revalora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bartolo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Regis 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 Rosa Alta?
Santa Rosa Alta has a population of 698 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 287.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Rosa Alta?
Santa Rosa Alta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.8 inches.