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Licupis, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Licupis is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 193. Elevation: 9,810 ft (2,990 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

193 Population 1/sq mi density
9,810 ft Elevation 2,990 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
56.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population193
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation9,810 ft (2,990 m)
Population193
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation9,810 ft (2,990 m)
Coordinates-6.4240°, -79.2420°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation56.7 inches (1,440 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Licupis

Licupis is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 193. The city sits at an elevation of 9,810 feet (2,990 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.

Licupis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 56.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,810 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,810 ft (2,990 m)
Area325.1 sq mi (842.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-6.4240°N, 79.2420°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.7"
49% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.81"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

58 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 149 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 132 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 127 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 77 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 117 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 9 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 138 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 99 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 109 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 124 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 49 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 114 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 73 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 131 km
Oct 11, 2000 60 km NW of Mórrope, Peru M4.7 137 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 132 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 52 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 60 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 129 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 53 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
February 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in
March 60°F (15°C) 6.8 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
July 62°F (16°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
September 58°F (14°C) 1.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in

Licupis has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 57°F in August to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.8") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Licupis

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 10861
Institución Educativa No. 101178
Institución Educativa No. 10547
Institución Educativa No. 10896
Institución Educativa Juan Felipe Gastelumendi
Institución Educativa No. 10574
Institución Educativa Lorenzo Gastelo Becerra
Institución Educativa No. 10609
Institución Educativa No. 10765
Institución Educativa No. 101033
Institución Educativa No. 10664
Institución Educativa Señor Del Cautivo
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Museums in Licupis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Convenciones Hacienda

Stadiums & Teams in Licupis

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Licupis

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International AirportCIXLarge Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Luya AirportSmall Airport

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 Licupis

What is the population of Licupis?

Licupis has a population of 193 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 325.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Licupis?

Licupis 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.

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