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Paiján, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Paiján is a small city in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 21,128. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paiján
Paiján is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the district of Paiján of Ascope Province in the region La Libertad. This town is located beside the Pan-American Highway some 54 km north of Trujillo city in the agricultural Chicama Valley.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,128 |
| Population Density | 441 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.7329°, -79.3015° |
| 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 Paiján
Paiján is a small city in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 21,128. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet (93 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.
Climate in Paiján
Paiján has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Mar (23°C), the coldest is Nov (19.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 200 mm.
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 | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Area | 48.0 sq mi (124.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 441/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.7329°N, 79.3015°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in |
Paiján has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 65°F in August to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.2") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Paiján
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución educativa No. 80878 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80057 Inmaculada Concepción | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. San Salvador | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80630 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Despertares | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Señor De Los Milagros | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Teresa De Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Mundo De Talentos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Corazon De Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 81023 Nuestra señora de Lourdes | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80083 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Paijan | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81638 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Leoncio Prado | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Superior Tecnológico Paijan | - | - | - | - |
| Virgen De La Puerta | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81529 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 80850 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Divino Niño Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80050 Jose Felix Black | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Paiján
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 Los Angeles - Chepen | variety | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Paiján
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ex Museo de Chiclín | ||||
| Museo Chiquitayac | ||||
| Museo de Chiclín |
Libraries in Paiján
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Sandoval | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paiján
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación de Comerciantes 1ro de Julio | |||||
| Centro Comercial de Cartavio | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Chiclín | |||||
| Mercado de Chiquitoy | |||||
| Mercado de Paiján | |||||
| Parada de Cartavio |
Hotels in Paiján
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Paiján
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Paiján
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Paiján
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paiján
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Paiján
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paiján
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pacasmayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paiján
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Cristiana Mundial El Aposento Alto | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Paiján
What is the population of Paiján?
Paiján has a population of 21,128 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 441 people per square mile, spread across 48.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paiján?
Paiján 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.