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Virú, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Virú is a small city in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 20,774. Elevation: 246 ft (75 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Virú
Virú is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the province Virú in the region La Libertad. This town is located 48 km south of Trujillo city and is primarily an agricultural center in the Viru Valley.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,774 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 246 ft (75 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.4155°, -78.7520° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.3 inches (34 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Virú
Virú is a small city in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 20,774. The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet (75 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Virú
Virú has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.5°C), the coldest is Nov (19.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 94 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 246 ft (75 m) |
| Area | 570.3 sq mi (1,477.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.4155°N, 78.7520°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 87 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 71 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in |
Virú has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 65°F in August to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.4") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Virú
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Viru | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San José | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Virgen De Guadalupe | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80070 Nuestra Señora Del Perpetuo Socorro | - | - | - | - |
| Viru | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Augusto Salazar Bondy | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Virgen De Los Dolores | - | - | - | - |
| Paula Pulido | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Inmaculada Virgen De La Puerta | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Maria | - | - | - | - |
| Ingenieria Superior Ingsup | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82089 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 80091 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Coar La Libertad | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 81775 San Juan | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 81756 Jose D. Morales Urquiaga | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80634 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80704 Andres Avelino Caceres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81753 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80073 José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Inicial 80073 José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80072 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Virú
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peru folk radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Frecuencia 100 101.9 | cumbia peruana, latin pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio frecuencia 100 - Trujillo | variety | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Virú
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Central Víctor Rául Haya de la Torre | |||||
| Mercado de Puente Virú | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa |
Hotels in Virú
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Virú
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Virú
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Virú
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Virú
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alto Moche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Virú
What is the population of Virú?
Virú has a population of 20,774 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 570.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Virú?
Virú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.3 inches.