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Penachi, Peru

Lambayeque · Peru

Penachi is a small town in Lambayeque, Peru with a population of 512. Elevation: 6,148 ft (1,874 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

512 Population 2/sq mi density
6,148 ft Elevation 1,874 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
51.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population512
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation6,148 ft (1,874 m)
Population512
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,148 ft (1,874 m)
Coordinates-6.1687°, -79.4753°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLambayeque
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,312 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Penachi

Penachi is a small town in Peru (Lambayeque) with a population of 512. The city sits at an elevation of 6,148 feet (1,874 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Penachi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 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 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,148 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above Peru avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,148 ft (1,874 m)
Area285.0 sq mi (738.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-6.1687°N, 79.4753°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.7"
36% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.01"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

84 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Feb 24, 2007 63 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M6.3 145 km
Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 111 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 118 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 115 km
Feb 5, 2020 29 km SSE of Sechura, Peru M5.0 146 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 53 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 33 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 120 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 110 km
May 12, 2022 82 km W of Mórrope, Peru M4.8 144 km
Mar 19, 2012 39 km SE of Sechura, Peru M4.8 130 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 70 km
Jun 18, 2011 33 km SSE of Sechura, Peru M4.8 140 km
Oct 11, 2000 60 km NW of Mórrope, Peru M4.7 109 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 93 km
Mar 28, 1998 30 km SSE of Sechura, Peru M4.7 140 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 112 km
Jun 27, 2011 77 km W of Mórrope, Peru M4.7 141 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 87 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 19 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
March 61°F (16°C) 7.0 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
May 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in Coldest
September 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
December 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in

Penachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 58°F in August to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.0") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Penachi

34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 10212 Divino Cristo De Los Milagros
Institución Educativa No. 11225
Institución Educativa No. 10219
Institución Educativa No. 10217
Institución Educativa No. 10060
Institución Educativa No. 10221
Institución Educativa No. 11042
Institución Educativa No. 10977
Institución Educativa No. 10983
Institución Educativa No. 11043
Institución Educativa No. 10211
Institución Educativa No. 10214
Institución Educativa 11069 Alfonso Ugarte Bernal
Institución Educativa No. 10857
Institución Educativa No. 11615
Institución Educativa No. 10858
Institución Educativa No. 11200
Institución Educativa No. 10780
Institución Educativa No. 10802
Institución Educativa No. 11195
Institución Educativa No. 11269
Institución Educativa No. 10218
Institución Educativa No. 10242
Institución Educativa No. 11272
Institución Educativa No. 11604
Institución Educativa No. 10860
Institución Educativa No. 11267
Institución educativa No. 10081
Institución Educativa No. 11087
Institución Educativa No. 11044
Institución Educativa No. 10947
Institución Educativa No. 10069
Institución Educativa No. 10819
Institución Educativa 10063 Cruz De Yanahuanca
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Museums in Penachi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Convenciones Hacienda

Farmers Markets in Penachi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadito La Unión
Mercado Municipal N° 1
Mercado Municipal N° 2

Stadiums & Teams in Penachi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Penachi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International AirportCIXLarge Airport
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Luya AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Penachi

What is the population of Penachi?

Penachi has a population of 512 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 285.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Penachi?

Penachi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches.

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