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Urpay, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Urpay is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 555. Elevation: 8,780 ft (2,676 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Urpay
Urpay es una localidad peruana capital del Distrito de Urpay de la Provincia de Pataz en la Departamento de La Libertad. Se ubica aproximadamente a unos 310 kilómetros al sureste de la ciudad de Trujillo.
People
Climate
| Population | 555 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,780 ft (2,676 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.3479°, -77.3918° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (1 cm) |
About Urpay
Urpay is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 555. The city sits at an elevation of 8,780 feet (2,676 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.0°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,780 ft (2,676 m) |
| Area | 141.4 sq mi (366.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.3479°N, 77.3918°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in |
Urpay has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in January to 60°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Urpay
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 80807 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80518 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80462 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80736 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80989 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80463 Amo De La Columna | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 80519 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80441 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80426 San Cayetano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82184 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80738 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80739 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80961 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80464 San Juan Bautista | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Urpay
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 |
Libraries in Urpay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Alborada | 0.0 |
Stadiums & Teams in Urpay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Urpay
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Urpay
What is the population of Urpay?
Urpay has a population of 555 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 141.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Urpay?
Urpay 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.