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Masanca, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Masanca is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 771. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Masanca
San José de Pacasmayo is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the district San José in the region La Libertad. This town is located some 115 km north Trujillo city and is an agricultural center in the Jequetepeque Valley.
People
Climate
| Population | 771 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.3764°, -79.4785° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.4 inches (188 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Masanca
Masanca is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 771. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Area | 330.5 sq mi (856.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.3764°N, 79.4785°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Masanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 67°F in August to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.4") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Masanca
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 80380 Victor Raul Haya De La Torre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80378 Virgen De Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80381 Nuestra Señora Del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80415 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81658 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Masanca
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Los Angeles - Chepen | variety | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Masanca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Antonio Raimondi | ||||
| Museo Hnos. Albujar y Manuel Guarniz |
Libraries in Masanca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Guadalupe | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Masanca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Guadalupe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Masanca
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Masanca
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Masanca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Masanca
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport | CIX | Large Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pacasmayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Masanca?
Masanca has a population of 771 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 330.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Masanca?
Masanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches.