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La Colorada, Peru
Lambayeque · Peru
La Colorada is a small town in Lambayeque, Peru with a population of 720. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Colorada
Mórrope es una localidad peruana capital del distrito homónimo ubicado en la provincia de Lambayeque en el departamento de Lambayeque.
People
Climate
| Population | 720 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.4925°, -79.9977° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lambayeque |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.1 inches (510 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Colorada
La Colorada is a small town in Peru (Lambayeque) with a population of 720. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.5°F |
| 38% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 627.1 sq mi (1,624.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.4925°N, 79.9977°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 | 85 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 67°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 | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
La Colorada has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 67°F in August to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 2.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.3") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Colorada
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 11162 Luis Alberto Sanchez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 11229 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 10992 Andres Avelino Caceres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 10168 San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 10161 Faustino Sanchez Carrion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10981 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 10161 Faustino Sanchez Carrion | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Colorada
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zona 5 93.3 | cumbia, pop en español | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio JHC 107.7 FM | — | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in La Colorada
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Interpretacion | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Nacional Brünning | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Nacional Brünning | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Huaca Chotuna - Chornancap | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Túcume | ||||
| Museo Nacional Sicán | ||||
| Museo Túcume | ||||
| Museo Tumbas Reales de Sipan | ||||
| Museo Tumbas Reales de Sipan |
Libraries in La Colorada
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Roberto Salcedo G. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Colorada
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos de Illimo | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Pacora | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Lambayeque | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ferreñafe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Pueblo Nuevo |
Stadiums & Teams in La Colorada
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Monumental César Flores Marigorda |
Airports Near La Colorada
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport | CIX | Large Airport |
| Luya Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of La Colorada?
La Colorada has a population of 720 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 627.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Colorada?
La Colorada has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches.