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Végueta, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Végueta is a small city in Lima region, Peru with a population of 6,219. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,219 Population 57/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
1.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Végueta

Végueta

Huaura is a city in Peru. It is the capital of the homonymous district located in the province of Huaura in the department of Lima. It had an estimated population of 24,668 according to the 2017 census. It ceased to be the provincial capital in 1866 in favor of the city of Huacho and is part of the conurbation formed around the latter by means of two bridges over the Huaura River.

People

Population6,219
Density57/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain1.8 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population6,219
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-11.0225°, -77.6438°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation1.8 inches (45 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Végueta

Végueta is a small city in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 6,219. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Végueta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 1.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above Peru avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area109.9 sq mi (284.6 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates-11.0225°N, 77.6438°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 1.8"
95% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 0.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Sep 23, 1995 81 km W of Paramonga, Peru M6.5 109 km
Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 140 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 26 km
Jul 17, 1992 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.8 122 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 95 km
May 11, 2002 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 115 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 59 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 150 km
Jan 19, 1996 72 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.6 141 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 130 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 83 km
Jan 15, 2020 57 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.4 127 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 111 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 72 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 139 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 122 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 76 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 107 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 23 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 60 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

9 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 600 122 km
1586 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 26.0 m 22 142 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 119 km
1966 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 3.0 m 110 113 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 124 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m - 134 km
1974 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 0.9 m 78 140 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown - 5 129 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake - - 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
August 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Wettest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest

Végueta has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 59°F in August to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 2.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.4") and December the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Végueta

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Inmaculada Corazon - - - -
Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De Fatima - - - -
Institución educativa No. 20945 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 20857 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 20998 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 20353 - - - -
Institución Educativa 20357 Cesar Vallejo Mendoza - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 21003 - - - -
Institución Educativa Corazon De Jesus - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 20359 - - - -
Institución Educativa Jose Del Carmen - - - -
Colegio francixco vidal - - - -
Institución Educativa Fray Melchor Aponte - - - -
Institución Educativa 20988 Sarita Colonia - - - -
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Radio Stations near Végueta

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Nova Prime - MP3

Museums in Végueta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Balcón de Huaura y museo de sitio
Caral Museum
Centro de Interpretacion
Museo Arqueológico Regional
Museo Comunitario de Supe

Farmers Markets in Végueta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado "La Parada"
Mercado Centenario
Mercado Central y Modelo
Mercado Cruz de Cano
Mercado María Magdalena
Mercado Modelo y Central
Mercado Municipal de Huaura
Mercado Parada Luis Pardo
Mercado y Reloj Central
Plaza Auto Servicios
Santa Rosa

Hotels in Végueta

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Vegueta

Restaurants in Végueta

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Doña peta
Eugenia

Clinics in Végueta

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mariátegui
Primavera
Vegueta

Veterinaries in Végueta

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Granados

Gas Stations in Végueta

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pecsa
Primax
Puma
Repsol
Repsol

Stadiums & Teams in Végueta

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Airports Near Végueta

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huacho Airport-Small Airport
Patao Airport-Small Airport
Pativilca Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Végueta

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
30 m (98 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Végueta

What is the population of Végueta?

Végueta has a population of 6,219 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 109.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Végueta?

Végueta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.8 inches.

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