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Cancas, Peru
Tumbes · Peru
Cancas is a small city in Tumbes, Peru with a population of 5,034. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Cancas
Punta Sal is a coastal village located along the Pacific Ocean in the region of Tumbes, northern Peru, and around 110 kilometres (68 mi) from the Ecuador border. Due to its equatorial location, the current of El Niño warms the surrounding sea and the local climate. Punta Sal's beaches, with whitish sands and blue warm waters, have made this area a popular beach resort.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,034 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.9467°, -80.9417° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tumbes |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.3 inches (693 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cancas
Cancas is a small city in Peru (Tumbes) with a population of 5,034. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.5°F |
| 38% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 81.9 sq mi (212.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.9467°N, 80.9417°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1953 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 6 | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in |
Cancas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in July to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 7.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Cancas
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Del Consuelo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 065 Jose Olaya Balandra | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 123 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Cancas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacifico |
Farmers Markets in Cancas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesanía | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Los Tallanes |
Hotels in Cancas
18 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cancas
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cancas
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cancas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cancas
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport | TBP | Medium Airport |
| Captain Victor Montes Arias International Airport | TYL | Medium Airport |
| El Pato Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Walter Braedt Segú Airport | PTL | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cancas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Christo Pentecostes Ammi | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cancas
What is the population of Cancas?
Cancas has a population of 5,034 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 81.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cancas?
Cancas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches.