Talara facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Talara
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 Talara
Location in Peru
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| Country |  Peru |
| Region | Piura |
| Province | Talara |
| Government | |
| • Type | Democracy |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 91,444 |
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90,830 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (PET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (PET) |
Talara is a city located in the Piura Region of northwestern Peru. It is a port city right on the Pacific Ocean. In 2017, about 91,444 people lived there. Talara has a hot and dry climate.
This city is very important because it has a lot of oil. During World War II, the United States used Talara as an air base. It was also a key place for ships to refuel. Today, Talara is still home to a large fishing fleet. The city has its own airport, called Cap. FAP Víctor Montes Arias Airport.
Talara is the westernmost city on the mainland of South America. A very small town nearby, Seccion Dieciocho, is slightly further west. The land itself reaches its westernmost point at Punta Pariñas. Talara and some nearby cities, like Piura and Amotape, were part of the story in the short novel Who Killed Palomino Molero? by Mario Vargas Llosa.
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Discovering Talara: A Peruvian City
Where is Talara Located?
Talara is found in the northwestern part of Peru. It's a coastal city, meaning it's right next to the Pacific Ocean. This location makes it a natural port, which is a place where ships can dock.
What is Talara's Weather Like?
Talara has a very warm and dry climate. It doesn't get much rain throughout the year. The temperatures are usually high, making it a sunny place.
| Climate data for Talara | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 30.0 (86.0) |
30.7 (87.3) |
30.8 (87.4) |
30.2 (86.4) |
28.2 (82.8) |
26.2 (79.2) |
24.7 (76.5) |
24.2 (75.6) |
24.2 (75.6) |
24.5 (76.1) |
25.7 (78.3) |
27.7 (81.9) |
27.3 (81.1) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 24.8 (76.6) |
25.7 (78.3) |
26.0 (78.8) |
25.3 (77.5) |
23.4 (74.1) |
21.6 (70.9) |
20.4 (68.7) |
19.9 (67.8) |
19.8 (67.6) |
20.1 (68.2) |
21.0 (69.8) |
22.7 (72.9) |
22.6 (72.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 19.7 (67.5) |
20.8 (69.4) |
21.2 (70.2) |
20.3 (68.5) |
18.7 (65.7) |
17.1 (62.8) |
16.1 (61.0) |
15.6 (60.1) |
15.5 (59.9) |
15.7 (60.3) |
16.4 (61.5) |
17.7 (63.9) |
17.9 (64.2) |
| Average rainfall mm (inches) | 1.7 (0.07) |
1.1 (0.04) |
6.7 (0.26) |
0.7 (0.03) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.00) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.4 (0.02) |
0.1 (0.00) |
0.1 (0.00) |
10.9 (0.43) |
| Source: Senamhi | |||||||||||||
Talara's History and Importance
Why Was Talara Important During World War II?
Talara played a big role during World War II because of its oil. Oil was needed to power planes and ships. The city had an air base for the United States and was a place where their ships could get fuel. This made Talara a very strategic location.
What is Talara Known For Today?
Today, Talara is still known for its oil industry. It's also famous for its fishing. Many people in Talara work in these industries. The city's port continues to be important for trade and transportation.
See also
In Spanish: Talara para niños
