Upaca, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Upaca is a small city in Lima region, Peru with a population of 11,467. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Upaca
Pativilca is a town in central Peru, capital of the district Pativilca in the province Barranca in the region Lima.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,467 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.6714°, -77.7357° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.7 inches (348 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Upaca
Upaca is a small city in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 11,467. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Upaca
Upaca has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Sep (18.2°C), the coldest is Jun (16.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 95 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 158.8 sq mi (411.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.6714°S, 77.7357°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 141 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in |
Upaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 61°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.2") and May the driest (0.1").
Schools in Upaca
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 21573 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 20529 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 20506 Jose A Encinas Franco | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 21606 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 21579 Rosa Soto De Manrrique | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Upaca
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova Prime | - | MP3 |
Museums in Upaca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caral Museum | ||||
| Museo bolivariano Simon Bolivar Pativilca | ||||
| Museo Comunitario de Supe |
Farmers Markets in Upaca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Aviación | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado La Parada | |||||
| Mercado María Magdalena | |||||
| Mercado modelo de Barranca | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa | |||||
| Mercado Viejo | |||||
| Mercado Virgen de la Medalla Milagrosa | |||||
| Mercado y Reloj Central |
Clinics in Upaca
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Upaca
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Upaca
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Upaca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Upaca
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huacho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Patao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pativilca Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Upaca
What is the population of Upaca?
Upaca has a population of 11,467 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 158.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Upaca?
Upaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.
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