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Vista Alegre, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Vista Alegre is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 291. Elevation: 5,069 ft (1,545 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

291 Population 4/sq mi density
5,069 ft Elevation 1,545 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
102.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population291
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain102.6 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation5,069 ft (1,545 m)
Population291
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,069 ft (1,545 m)
Coordinates-6.1514°, -77.3006°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation102.6 inches (2,607 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Vista Alegre

Vista Alegre is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 291. The city sits at an elevation of 5,069 feet (1,545 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Vista Alegre experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 102.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,069 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below Peru avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,069 ft (1,545 m)
Area75.6 sq mi (195.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-6.1514°N, 77.3006°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 102.6"
170% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.26"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

213 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 30 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 17 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 23 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 75 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 143 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 122 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 32 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 24 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 39 km
Feb 12, 1995 15 km N of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.6 139 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 21 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 38 km
Oct 25, 2012 5 km ESE of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.4 138 km
Aug 6, 2002 58 km S of Barranca, Peru M5.3 117 km
Jul 23, 1997 29 km SE of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.3 150 km
May 7, 2020 47 km NE of Moyobamba, Peru M5.3 84 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 10 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 34 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 66 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 29 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 71°F (21°C) 4.5 in
March 71°F (22°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 71°F (22°C) 5.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
July 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in
October 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in Warmest
December 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in

Vista Alegre has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 51°F in January to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Vista Alegre

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 18452
Institución Educativa No. 18427
Institución Educativa No. 18451
Institución Educativa No. 18447
Institución Educativa No. 18465
Institución Educativa No. 18305
Institución Educativa No. 18481
Institución Educativa No. 18433
Institución Educativa 00170 Naciente Del Rio Negro
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Farmers Markets in Vista Alegre

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Airports Near Vista Alegre

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Juan Simons Vela AirportRIJMedium Airport
Alao AirportSmall Airport
Moyobamba AirportMBPSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San José de Sisa AirportSmall Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Vista Alegre

What is the population of Vista Alegre?

Vista Alegre has a population of 291 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 75.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vista Alegre?

Vista Alegre has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.6 inches.

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