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La Traposa, Peru

Lambayeque · Peru

La Traposa is a small town in Lambayeque, Peru with a population of 767. Elevation: 587 ft (179 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

767 Population 2/sq mi density
587 ft Elevation 179 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
61.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population767
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Population767
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Coordinates-6.4226°, -79.5741°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLambayeque
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation61.5 inches (1,563 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Traposa

La Traposa is a small town in Peru (Lambayeque) with a population of 767. The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet (179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

La Traposa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 61.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Peru avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Area426.0 sq mi (1,103.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-6.4226°N, 79.5741°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.5"
62% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

95 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Feb 24, 2007 63 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M6.3 120 km
Feb 26, 2007 83 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M5.3 142 km
Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 131 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 133 km
Feb 8, 2009 100 km WSW of Mórrope, Peru M5.1 150 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 89 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 144 km
Nov 7, 1994 78 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 132 km
Apr 7, 1991 92 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 149 km
Feb 5, 2020 29 km SSE of Sechura, Peru M5.0 146 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 41 km
Jul 6, 2015 74 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.9 134 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 150 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 38 km
May 12, 2022 82 km W of Mórrope, Peru M4.8 130 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 81 km
Apr 3, 2002 74 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 132 km
Jun 18, 2011 33 km SSE of Sechura, Peru M4.8 140 km
Feb 16, 2017 90 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 148 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 66 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.6 in
February 76°F (25°C) 1.2 in Warmest
March 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in Wettest
April 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
July 71°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in

La Traposa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 7.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in La Traposa

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 10813 - - - -
Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 11082 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10803 - - - -
Institución Educativa 10931 Ramiro Priale - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10099 - - - -
Institución Educativa Luis Felipe De Las Casas - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 11257 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 11211 - - - -
Institución Educativa 11539 Nuestra Señora De La Paz - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 11050 - - - -
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Radio Stations near La Traposa

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 Traposa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Convenciones Hacienda
Centro de Interpretacion
Museo Nacional Sicán

Libraries in La Traposa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Roberto Salcedo G.0.0

Farmers Markets in La Traposa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Ferreñafe
Mercado Municipal Pueblo Nuevo

Restaurants in La Traposa

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aguas Cristalinas
El Punto del Sabor
Los Cocos

Stadiums & Teams in La Traposa

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Airports Near La Traposa

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International AirportCIXLarge Airport
Luya Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Traposa

What is the population of La Traposa?

La Traposa has a population of 767 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 426.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Traposa?

La Traposa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.

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