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Viru
City in La Libertad, Peru
Overview
Viru is a small but lively city in the La Libertad region of coastal northern Peru. Known for its rich agricultural surroundings and friendly local culture, it is a charming stop for travelers exploring the Peruvian north. Its proximity to the Pacific Ocean and major archaeological sites makes it appealing for culture and nature lovers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Peru
Region
La Libertad
Population
36,029
Time Zone
America/Lima
Coordinates
-8.52°, -78.60°
Key Metrics
Safety Score · estimate
55
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost · estimate
$530
Local Cost
$302
Local Income
$250
Cashless
25
English
20
Temperature
20.2°C
Summer Avg
21.2°C
Winter Avg
19.3°C
Record High
30.6°C
Record Low
11.8°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
90 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Data sources
Source-backed data
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-06.
Estimates and unverified origins
Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-22.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 65/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.
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