Chusis, Peru
Piura · Peru
Chusis is a mid-size city in Piura, Peru with a population of 50,000. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Chusis
Sechura is a town in northwestern Peru, 50 km (31 mi) south of Piura. It is the capital of Sechura Province in the Piura Region. The city gives its name to the Sechura Desert, which extends south along most of coastal Peru. Crescent dunes lie south of the city, between the sea and the highway.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,000 |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.5230°, -80.8134° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Piura |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.3 inches (389 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chusis
Chusis is a mid-size city in Peru (Piura) with a population of 50,000. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Chusis
Chusis has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.4°C), the coldest is Sep (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 132 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.5230°S, 80.8134°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 | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Chusis has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 68°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 1.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.6") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chusis
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 15334 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Juan Velasco Alvarado | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 14077 Madre Maria Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 14084 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chusis
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Girasol | local radio | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Girasol Piura | cumbia salsa tecno 70 80 baladas varios | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Chusis
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico de Chusis | ||||
| Museo de Etnología de Sechura | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Narihualá |
Farmers Markets in Chusis
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos Villa Casa Grande | |||||
| Mercado Sixto Zapata Melendez |
Clinics in Chusis
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chusis
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chusis
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| PAF Captain Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport | PIU | Medium Airport |
| Paita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yapatera Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chusis
What is the population of Chusis?
Chusis has a population of 50,000 residents and is located in Peru..
What is the weather like in Chusis?
Chusis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches.
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