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La Raya, Peru
Lambayeque · Peru
La Raya is a small town in Lambayeque, Peru with a population of 867. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Raya
Túcume is a pre-Hispanic site in Peru, south of the La Leche River on a plain around La Raya Mountain. It covers an area of over 540 acres (220 ha) and encompassing 26 major pyramids and mounds. The area is referred to as "Pirámides de Túcume" or Purgatorio (purgatory) by local people.
People
Climate
| Population | 867 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.5180°, -79.8364° |
| 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 Raya
La Raya is a small town in Peru (Lambayeque) with a population of 867. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 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.
Climate in La Raya
La Raya has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.6°C), the coldest is Aug (20.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 47 mm.
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 | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 29.6 sq mi (76.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.5180°N, 79.8364°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 | 100 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
La Raya has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 66°F in August to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Raya
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 10233 Cap. Fap. Jose Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 10231 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Raya
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 Raya
| 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 Raya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Roberto Salcedo G. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Raya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Commercial | |||||
| Los Patos | |||||
| Mercado Benjamín Gamarra | |||||
| Mercado Carolina | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Illimo | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Pacora | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos José Balta | |||||
| Mercado La Primavera | |||||
| Mercado Manuel Manrique Nevado | |||||
| Mercado Mi Perú | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Lambayeque | |||||
| Mercado Moshoqueque 1er sector | |||||
| Mercado Moshoqueque 2do Sector | |||||
| Mercado Moshoqueque 3er Sector | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Tumán | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ferreñafe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Pueblo Nuevo | |||||
| Mercado Pedro Pablo Atusparias | |||||
| Mercado Sagrado Corazón de Jesús |
Monuments in La Raya
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Raya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Coliseo Cerrado de Chiclayo | ||
| Estadio Monumental César Flores Marigorda | ||
| Estadio Municipal Carlos Castañeda Iparraguirre |
Airports Near La Raya
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport | CIX | Large Airport |
| Luya Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in La Raya
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Atencion Primaria III "MANUEL Manrrique Nevado" | ||
| Consultorio Medico | ||
| Jorge Chavez | ||
| Jose Leonardo Ortiz | ||
| Pedro Pablo Atusparias | ||
| Sagrado Corazon de Jesus | ||
| San Antonio |
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 Raya?
La Raya has a population of 867 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 29.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Raya?
La Raya 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.