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Upaca, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Upaca is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 535. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 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 | 535 |
| Population Density | 3 / 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 town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 535. 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 158.8 sq mi (411.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.6714°N, 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 (NCES 2022-23 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 535 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 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. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.