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La Esperanza, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
La Esperanza is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 179. Elevation: 5,607 ft (1,709 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Esperanza
Santa Cruz de Succhubamba is a town in northern Peru, capital of Santa Cruz Province in Cajamarca Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 179 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,607 ft (1,709 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.5927°, -78.8954° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.7 inches (1,440 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esperanza
La Esperanza is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 179. The city sits at an elevation of 5,607 feet (1,709 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,607 ft (1,709 m) |
| Area | 42.5 sq mi (110.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.5927°N, 78.8954°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 2.0 in |
La Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 59°F in January to 64°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in La Esperanza
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Socorro Alvarado Puelles | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10629 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10662 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821607 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10663 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 11055 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 11190 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10627 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10614 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 10658 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Carlos Malpica Rivarola | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10612 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10652 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10874 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10650 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Chancay Baños | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 11184 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10649 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 11183 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10812 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in La Esperanza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo Oriente | |||||
| Mercado Santa Celia |
Clinics in La Esperanza
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Esperanza
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Esperanza
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a population of 179 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esperanza?
La Esperanza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches.