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Locumba, Peru
Tacna · Peru
Locumba is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 993. Elevation: 1,962 ft (598 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Locumba
Locumba is a town in southern Peru. It is the capital of the district of the same name and of Jorge Basadre province, located in the department of Tacna.
People
Climate
| Population | 993 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,962 ft (598 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.6132°, -70.7627° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tacna |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.2 inches (4 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Locumba
Locumba is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 993. The city sits at an elevation of 1,962 feet (598 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,962 ft (598 m) |
| Area | 499.4 sq mi (1,293.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.6132°N, 70.7627°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.0 m (59 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 18.0 m | 25,000 | 113 km |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 35 km |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 113 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | - | 50 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 35 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (77 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 77 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 77 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 112 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 144 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in |
Locumba has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 61°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and March the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Locumba
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Técnico Superior PNP Tacna Locumba | College | - | , |
| Instituto de Educación Superior Tecnológico Público Señor de Locumba | College | - | , |
Schools in Locumba
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Señor de Locumba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Superior Técnico Profesional PNP Tacna | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42056 Felicitas Vargas Mendieta | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42057 Chipe | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42239 Jorge Chávez Dartnell | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Nuestro Señor de Locumba | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Nuestro Señor de Locumba | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 42262 Juvenal Ubaldo Ordóñez Salazar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Locumba
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Studio 97 | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Locumba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCADITO PANAMERICANA SUR | |||||
| Mercado La Florida | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Ite | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Locumba | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Mirave |
Clinics in Locumba
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Locumba
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Locumba
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Locumba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Locumba
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chacalluta International Airport | ARI | Medium Airport |
| Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport | TCQ | Medium Airport |
| General Jorge Fernandez Maldon Airport | ILQ | Medium Airport |
| Campamento De Ilo Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cesar Torke Podesta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Locumba
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Santuario del Señor de Locumba |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Locumba?
Locumba has a population of 993 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 499.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Locumba?
Locumba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.2 inches.