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Ucuncha, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Ucuncha is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 633. Elevation: 4,619 ft (1,408 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

633 Population 3/sq mi density
4,619 ft Elevation 1,408 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
47.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Ucuncha

Ucuncha

Ucuncha es una localidad peruana capital del Distrito de Ucuncha en la Provincia de Bolívar del Departamento de La Libertad. Se ubica aproximadamente a unos 454 kilómetros al noreste de la ciudad de Trujillo.

People

Population633
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation4,619 ft (1,408 m)
Population633
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,619 ft (1,408 m)
Coordinates-7.1333°, -77.8833°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation47.2 inches (1,199 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ucuncha

Ucuncha is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 633. The city sits at an elevation of 4,619 feet (1,408 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ucuncha experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,619 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,619 ft (1,408 m)
Area196.3 sq mi (508.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-7.1333°N, 77.8833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.2"
24% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.10"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.90"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 144 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 148 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 18 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 150 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 122 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 145 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 134 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 118 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 124 km
Jun 8, 1990 2 km WNW of Soritor, Peru M5.0 140 km
May 4, 1991 5 km W of Soritor, Peru M5.0 137 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 135 km
Apr 7, 1991 2 km WNW of Rioja, Peru M5.0 143 km
Jul 10, 1998 2 km S of Soritor, Peru M4.8 138 km
Jun 15, 1990 3 km S of Soritor, Peru M4.8 138 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 138 km
May 30, 1990 4 km NNE of Rioja, Peru M4.8 148 km
Jun 3, 1990 8 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M4.7 150 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 100 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 4.9 in
March 58°F (14°C) 6.1 in Wettest
April 58°F (15°C) 4.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in Driest
July 51°F (11°C) 0.9 in
August 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 58°F (15°C) 4.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in Warmest
December 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in

Ucuncha has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in January to 59°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Ucuncha

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 821257
Institución Educativa Anexo-80973
Institución Educativa No. 82128
Institución Educativa No. 81732
Institución Educativa No. 81730
Institución Educativa No. 80932
Institución Educativa 80104/a1 -p
Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria Bazan
Institución Educativa No. 80642
Institución Educativa 80112 Leoncio Prado
Institución Educativa No. 80837
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Farmers Markets in Ucuncha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Airports Near Ucuncha

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Chagual AirportCGLSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,634 m (8,642 ft)
Postal Code
13430

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ucuncha

What is the population of Ucuncha?

Ucuncha has a population of 633 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 196.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ucuncha?

Ucuncha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.

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