i Nepeña
Provincia de Santa · Peru
Nepeña is a town and the capital of Nepeña District, in the province Santa in Peru.
Read moreThe best months to visit are January–December.
The sea is warmest in February, at about 22°C (71°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): February–March.
February is the hottest month, with highs around 29°C (84°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 14°C (57°F).
The wettest month is March, with rain on about 2 days.
January is the sunniest month, with about 6.2 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 71% of places in Peru.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 25°
- Humidity
- 73%
- Wind
- 10 km/h S
- Gusts
- 26 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 0%
- Pressure
- 1011 hPa
- UV index
- 10
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:50 / 18:08
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Nepeña
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 28° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 25° | 24° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 24° | 25° | 27° |
| Average low | 18° | 19° | 19° | 17° | 16° | 15° | 14° | 14° | 14° | 15° | 16° | 17° |
| Sea temperature | 21° | 22° | 21° | 20° | 19° | 19° | 18° | 17° | 17° | 17° | 17° | 19° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 5 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Rain days | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 5.6 | 5.8 | 5.4 | 4 | 4 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.9 | 5.6 | 6.1 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.6 | 12.4 | 12.2 | 11.9 | 11.7 | 11.6 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.5 | 12.7 |
| Humidity (%) | 83 | 82 | 84 | 84 | 84 | 82 | 84 | 84 | 85 | 85 | 82 | 83 |
| Wind (km/h) | 12 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 13 |
| Go score | 86 | 86 | 86 | 88 | 87 | 88 | 87 | 87 | 86 | 85 | 88 | 87 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Nepeña: sea water temperature
Wave height: 1.4 m
Swimming seasonFebruary–March
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Nepeña: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 220 V · 60 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Peruvian Sol
PEN · S/.
- Languages
- Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
- Calling code
- +51
- Meal, casual restaurantPEN 45.00≈ $13.00
- CappuccinoPEN 11.00≈ $3.10
- Beer (0.5 l)PEN 16.00≈ $4.60
- Bottled water (1.5 l)PEN 5.10≈ $1.40
- Taxi, 5 kmPEN 32.00≈ $8.90
- Public transport ticketPEN 5.90≈ $1.70
- Mid-range hotel, per nightPEN 380≈ $105
Estimated from Peru’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 54% of US levels.
- Nov 1All Saints Day
- Dec 8Immaculate Conception
- Dec 9Battle of Ayacucho
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
38 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.4 (1985).
How to get to Nepeña
Nearest airports
- CHMFAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales AirportChimbote18 km
- TRUCapitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTrujillo147 km
- CJAMayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCajamarca227 km
- HUUAlferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHuánuco249 km
- CIXCapitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International AirportChiclayo310 km
- LIMJorge Chávez International AirportLima345 km
Distances
- Lima351 km 6 h 05 · 1 h 06
- Callao347 km 6 h 01
- Arequipa1,092 km 18 h 55 · 2 h 03
- Trujillo139 km 2 h 24
- Piura511 km 8 h 51 · 1 h 18
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Hotels in Nepeña
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Nepeña?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Nepeña is January–December.
What is the weather like in Nepeña in October?
In October, Nepeña averages a high of 24°C (75°F) and a low of 15°C (59°F), with 2 mm of rain on about 1 days.
How warm is the sea in Nepeña?
The sea is warmest in February (about 22°C (71°F)). Swimming season: February–March.
What is the rainiest month in Nepeña?
March, with rain on about 2 days.
What is the nearest airport to Nepeña?
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport (TRU), about 147 km away.
What power plugs are used in Peru?
Plug types A, B, C, 220 V.
What currency is used in Peru?
Peruvian Sol (PEN).
What is the emergency number in Peru?
105.
Is Peru safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country.
What time zone is Nepeña in?
America/Lima (UTC-5).
What is the population of Nepeña?
About 1,873.