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Lucma, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Lucma is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 652. Elevation: 7,119 ft (2,170 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

652 Population 3/sq mi density
7,119 ft Elevation 2,170 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
108.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Lucma

Lucma

Lucma es una localidad peruana capital del Distrito de Lucma en la Provincia de Gran Chimú del Departamento de La Libertad. Se ubica aproximadamente a unos 138 kilómetros al noreste de la ciudad de Trujillo.

People

Population652
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain108.8 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation7,119 ft (2,170 m)
Population652
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation7,119 ft (2,170 m)
Coordinates-7.6406°, -78.5513°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation108.8 inches (2,764 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lucma

Lucma is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 652. The city sits at an elevation of 7,119 feet (2,170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Lucma experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 108.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,119 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below Peru avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,119 ft (2,170 m)
Area197.3 sq mi (510.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-7.6406°N, 78.5513°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.8"
186% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.29"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

51 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 83 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 90 km
Jun 24, 2022 near the coast of northern Peru M5.1 148 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 143 km
Apr 7, 1994 56 km SW of Victor Raul, Peru M4.9 141 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 85 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 104 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 126 km
Oct 3, 2009 66 km SSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 145 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 132 km
Jun 29, 1993 49 km SW of Salaverry, Peru M4.7 129 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 110 km
May 25, 2019 64 km SW of Huanchaquito Alto, Peru M4.7 143 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 104 km
Apr 24, 2021 63 km SW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.7 146 km
Jan 27, 2007 8 km W of Victor Raul, Peru M4.6 92 km
Apr 7, 2013 37 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.6 121 km
Apr 14, 2012 12 km WSW of Moche, Peru M4.6 90 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 85 km
Apr 6, 2013 23 km NNW of Puerto Santa, Peru M4.6 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
December 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in

Lucma has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 52°F in January to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 16.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Lucma

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 821280
Institución Educativa No. 80331
Institución Educativa No. 80330
Institución Educativa No. 82097
Institución Educativa No. 80254
Institución Educativa Nuestro Señor De La Misericordia
Institución Educativa No. 80329
Institución Educativa No. 82338
Institución Educativa No. 82337
Institución Educativa No. 82133
Institución Educativa No. 821269
Institución Educativa No. 80334
Institución Educativa No. 81717
Institución Educativa No. 80325
Institución Educativa No. 80692
Institución Educativa 80656 Santiago Martin Ayllon
Institución Educativa No. 82099
Institución Educativa No. 80324
Institución Educativa No. 80888
Institución Educativa No. 81735
Institución Educativa No. 80657
Institución Educativa 80326 Jose Faustino Sanchez Carrion
Institución Educativa No. 81997
Institución educativa No. 80327
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Radio Stations near Lucma

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Peru folk radio MP3 128 kbps
Frecuencia 100 101.9 cumbia peruana, latin pop AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio frecuencia 100 - Trujillo variety AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio Stereo TV peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 192 kbps

Clinics in Lucma

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lucma

Stadiums & Teams in Lucma

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Airports Near Lucma

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTRULarge Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Casa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,171 m (7,123 ft)
Postal Code
13241

🇵🇪 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 Lucma

What is the population of Lucma?

Lucma has a population of 652 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lucma?

Lucma has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.8 inches.

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