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La Sacilia, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

La Sacilia is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 348. Elevation: 3,520 ft (1,073 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

348 Population 0/sq mi density
3,520 ft Elevation 1,073 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
178.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About La Sacilia

La Sacilia

Tactago es un centro poblado del Perú ubicado en el distrito de Cumba, de la provincia de Utcubamba.

People

Population348
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain178.5 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation3,520 ft (1,073 m)
Population348
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation3,520 ft (1,073 m)
Coordinates-6.0066°, -78.6998°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation178.5 inches (4,535 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Sacilia

La Sacilia is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 348. The city sits at an elevation of 3,520 feet (1,073 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 178.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

La Sacilia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 178.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,520 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 42°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below Peru avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,520 ft (1,073 m)
Area20,743.3 sq mi (53,725.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-6.0066°N, 78.6998°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 178.5"
370% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 139 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 122 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 140 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 126 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 73 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 94 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 70 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 128 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 132 km
Nov 21, 1993 87 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M4.8 141 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 93 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 131 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 55 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 146 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 78 km
Apr 5, 1991 49 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 145 km
May 30, 1990 17 km WSW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 141 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 138 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 112 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
May 67°F (20°C) 2.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
July 42°F (6°C) 1.2 in
August 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in Driest
September 67°F (19°C) 2.0 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in

La Sacilia has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 36°F in January to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.2") and August the driest (1.1").

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Schools in La Sacilia

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 16617
Institución Educativa No. 16618
Institución Educativa Mario Vargas Llosa
Institución Educativa No. 16384
Institución Educativa No. 16979
Institución Educativa No. 16996
Institución Educativa No. 16448
Institución Educativa Jose Galvez Egusquiza
Institución Educativa No. 16447
Institución Educativa No. 16407
Institución Educativa No. 18023
Institución Educativa No. 16445
Institución Educativa Daniel Alcides Carrion
Institución Educativa No. 16420
Institución Educativa Mariano Melgar
Institución Educativa No. 16987
Institución Educativa No. 16950
Institución Educativa Vista Alegre De Choros
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Clinics in La Sacilia

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Sacilia
Policlinico

Airports Near La Sacilia

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Huancabamba AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
492 m (1,614 ft)
Postal Code
01565

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Sacilia

What is the population of La Sacilia?

La Sacilia has a population of 348 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 20,743.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Sacilia?

La Sacilia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 178.5 inches.

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