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Parrapos, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Parrapos is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 628. Elevation: 7,651 ft (2,332 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

628 Population 3/sq mi density
7,651 ft Elevation 2,332 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
10.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Parrapos

Parrapos

Sinsicap es una localidad peruana capital del Distrito de Sinsicap de la Provincia de Otuzco en el Departamento de La Libertad, está bajo la administración del Gobierno regional. Su ubicación se encuentra aproximadamente a unos 51 kilómetros al este de la ciudad de Trujillo.

People

Population628
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation7,651 ft (2,332 m)
Population628
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation7,651 ft (2,332 m)
Coordinates-7.7794°, -78.7692°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation10.1 inches (257 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Parrapos

Parrapos is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 628. The city sits at an elevation of 7,651 feet (2,332 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Parrapos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,651 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above Peru avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,651 ft (2,332 m)
Area197.3 sq mi (510.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-7.7794°N, 78.7692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.1"
73% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

92 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 13, 2025.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 111 km
Jul 29, 2021 90 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 146 km
Nov 13, 2000 79 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 135 km
Apr 26, 2015 76 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.6 132 km
Aug 7, 2005 84 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M5.4 141 km
Feb 25, 2020 86 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.3 142 km
Jan 15, 2019 44 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.2 133 km
Feb 3, 2024 83 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.2 138 km
Jun 24, 2022 near the coast of northern Peru M5.1 124 km
Jul 20, 2020 92 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.1 148 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 69 km
Aug 13, 2025 36 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.0 130 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 115 km
Apr 7, 1994 56 km SW of Victor Raul, Peru M4.9 117 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 71 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 86 km
Oct 5, 2001 75 km SW of Salaverry, Peru M4.9 128 km
May 15, 2012 97 km SW of Huanchaquito Alto, Peru M4.9 147 km
Jul 29, 2021 94 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 149 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1678 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
February 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
March 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in Wettest
April 58°F (14°C) 1.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.9 in
December 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in

Parrapos has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in August to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Parrapos

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 80697
Institución Educativa 80691 Tupac Amaru Ii
Institución Educativa No. 81686
Institución Educativa No. 80841
Institución Educativa No. 80780
Institución Educativa No. 80696
Institución educativa No. 80840
Institución Educativa No. 80804
Institución Educativa No. 80695
Institución Educativa 82198 Virgen De La Puerta
Institución Educativa No. 82046
Institución Educativa 80998 Florencia De Mora De Sandoval
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Radio Stations near Parrapos

3 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

Museums in Parrapos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Religioso de la I.V.P

Stadiums & Teams in Parrapos

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Parrapos

7 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
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,335 m (7,661 ft)
Postal Code
13111

🇵🇪 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 Parrapos

What is the population of Parrapos?

Parrapos has a population of 628 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 Parrapos?

Parrapos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches.

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