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Umbe, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Umbe is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 303. Elevation: 9,892 ft (3,015 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

303 Population 2/sq mi density
9,892 ft Elevation 3,015 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
55.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population303
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation9,892 ft (3,015 m)
Population303
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation9,892 ft (3,015 m)
Coordinates-8.6230°, -77.5355°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation55.2 inches (1,403 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (1 cm)

About Umbe

Umbe is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 303. The city sits at an elevation of 9,892 feet (3,015 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Umbe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,892 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 40°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,892 ft (3,015 m)
Area141.4 sq mi (366.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-8.6230°N, 77.5355°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.2"
45% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 28 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 128 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 120 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 116 km
Oct 18, 1992 25 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.2 149 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 43 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 135 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 121 km
Aug 25, 2002 33 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M4.8 149 km
Sep 3, 2019 50 km NNW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 150 km
Nov 19, 1998 2 km S of Coishco, Peru M4.7 128 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 113 km
May 14, 2014 25 km ENE of Uchiza, Peru M4.7 144 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 70 km
Aug 1, 2016 36 km NE of Arancay, Peru M4.7 114 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 96 km
Feb 15, 1994 38 km N of Tocache, Peru M4.6 146 km
Jul 23, 2013 5 km WSW of Coishco, Peru M4.6 132 km
Feb 23, 2023 22 km SW of Quiches, Peru M4.6 12 km
Apr 6, 2013 23 km NNW of Puerto Santa, Peru M4.6 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
March 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 40°F (4°C) 0.4 in
August 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in

Umbe has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 38°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Umbe

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 84164
Institución Educativa 84024 Juan Alvaro Villachica Cordova
Institución Educativa No. 84024
Institución Educativa No. 84292
Institución Educativa No. 84219
Institución Educativa No. 84044
Institución Educativa No. 84267
Institución Educativa Ciencia, Luz Y Vida
Institución Educativa No. 84191
Institución Educativa San Marcos
Institución Educativa No. 84215
Institución Educativa 84169 Maria Parado De Bellido
Institución Educativa No. 84192
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Radio Stations near Umbe

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Exitosa news, noticias AAC 64 kbps
Radio La Inolvidable UNKNOWN
Radio Mágica 88.3 FM AAC 128 kbps
Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) noticias, reggaeton AAC+ 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Umbe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Convento

Airports Near Umbe

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani AirportATAMedium Airport
Caraz AirportSmall Airport
Pias AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall Airport
Urpay AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Umbe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Umbe

What is the population of Umbe?

Umbe has a population of 303 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 141.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Umbe?

Umbe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.

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