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Chepén, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Chepén is a mid-size city in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 41,992. Elevation: 784 ft (239 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chepén
Chepén is a city of La Libertad Region and capital of the Chepén Province, in Peru. The city is a rice production center with the valleys of Chepén and Jequetepeque, and has an active trading with neighboring Guadalupe, Pacasmayo and San Pedro de Lloc and other towns. It has factories in industrial dyes, food and primary production.
People
Climate
| Population | 41,992 |
| Population Density | 337 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 784 ft (239 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.2244°, -79.4248° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.7 inches (602 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chepén
Chepén is a mid-size city in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 41,992. The city sits at an elevation of 784 feet (239 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Chepén
Chepén has an average annual temperature of 21.8°C (71°F). The hottest month is Mar (23°C), the coldest is Nov (21°C). Average annual precipitation is 272 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.9°F |
| 41% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 784 ft (239 m) |
| Area | 124.5 sq mi (322.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 337/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.2244°N, 79.4248°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1960 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 66 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Chepén has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 67°F in August to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Chepén
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campo Experimental Guadalupe - (aulas U.N.T. provicionales) | University | - | , |
| I.S.T.E. Guadalupe | College | - | , |
| U.N.T. Oficinas | University | - | , |
| U.N.T. Sub sede Valle Jequetepeque | University | - | , |
Schools in Chepén
40 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 81031 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80390 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80388 Divino Maestro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80392 Andres Salvador Diaz Sagastegui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80389 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Augusto Salazar Bondy | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa El Porvenir | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa La Asociación | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80382 Carlos A. Olivares | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Pedro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Benito | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80830 Zoila Hora De Robles | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Chepen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81567 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 66 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80391 Alfredo Novoa Cava | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Francisco Ricci | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Alecrim | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Daniel Sidney Warner | - | - | - | - |
| UNIversidad César Vallejo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80846 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80416 Javier Heraud Perez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Victoria | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81657 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa El Algarrobal | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81585 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Cped - 80396 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81901 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80396 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81903 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80884 Heroes Del Cenepa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80386 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Carlos Gutierrez Noriega | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 81030 Cesar A. Carrillo Gil | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 28 De Julio | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Benjamin Franklin School | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Madre Maria Teresa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 19 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Lideres De Chepen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Juana De Lestonnac | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chepén
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Los Angeles - Chepen | variety | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Zona 5 93.3 | cumbia, pop en español | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Chepén
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Antonio Raimondi | ||||
| Museo Hnos. Albujar y Manuel Guarniz |
Libraries in Chepén
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Guadalupe | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chepén
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Guadalupe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Chepén
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chepén
24 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chepén
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chepén
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chepén
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chepén
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chepén
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport | CIX | Large Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Luya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pacasmayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chepén
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chepén
What is the population of Chepén?
Chepén has a population of 41,992 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 337 people per square mile, spread across 124.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chepén?
Chepén has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches.