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Salamanca, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Salamanca is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 887. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

887 Population 18/sq mi density
213 ft Elevation 65 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
1.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Salamanca

Salamanca

Salamanca is a municipality and city in the autonomous community of Castile and León in Spain, and the capital of the Province of Salamanca. Attached to the comarca of Campo Charro, the city lies on the northern half of the Meseta Central, in the western-central part of the Iberian Peninsula, straddling the Tormes river. Its population in 2024 was 144,458, making Salamanca the 46th-largest municipality in Spain. The University of Salamanca, founded in 1218, is one of the oldest in Western Europe, and the Old City of Salamanca is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which every year attracts a significant number of students and cultural tourists.

People

Population887
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain1.0 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Population887
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Coordinates-7.8209°, -79.2737°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation1.0 inches (26 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Salamanca

Salamanca is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 887. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Salamanca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 1.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above Peru avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Geography

Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Area50.5 sq mi (130.9 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates-7.8209°N, 79.2737°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 1.0"
97% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

128 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 13, 2025.

Jul 29, 2021 90 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 96 km
Nov 13, 2000 79 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 82 km
Apr 26, 2015 76 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.6 83 km
Dec 14, 1994 119 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.6 125 km
Aug 7, 2005 84 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M5.4 86 km
Feb 25, 2020 86 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.3 87 km
Feb 3, 2024 83 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.2 84 km
Jan 15, 2019 44 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.2 127 km
Jul 20, 2020 92 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.1 98 km
Mar 18, 2002 109 km SW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.1 118 km
Jun 24, 2022 near the coast of northern Peru M5.1 113 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 26 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 130 km
Aug 13, 2025 36 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.0 128 km
Apr 15, 2021 106 km SW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 116 km
Oct 5, 2001 75 km SW of Salaverry, Peru M4.9 101 km
Apr 13, 2015 134 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 139 km
Jan 7, 1993 112 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M4.9 125 km
Jul 29, 2021 94 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 100 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 62 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 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°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 65°F (19°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

Salamanca 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").

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Schools in Salamanca

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Jesus De Nazareth
Institución Educativa No. 80023
Institución Educativa Cajanleque
Institución Educativa No. 80046
Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre
Institución Educativa No. 81519
Institución Educativa Vicente Cerro Cebrián
Institución Educativa No. 81513
Institución Educativa No. 80024
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Radio Stations near Salamanca

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 Salamanca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ex Museo de Chiclín
Museo Chiquitayac
Museo de Chiclín

Libraries in Salamanca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Sandoval0.0

Farmers Markets in Salamanca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asociación de Comerciantes 1ro de Julio
Centro Comercial de Cartavio
Mercado 28 de Julio
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado de Chiclín
Mercado de Chiquitoy
Mercado de Paiján
Mercado Jesus de Nazareth
Mercado la leña
Mercado Luz del Sol
Mercado Mayorista El Milagro
Mercado Santo Dominguito
Mercado Santo Dominguito
Mercado Zonal Jerusalén
Mercado zonal Nazaret
Parada de Cartavio

Hotels in Salamanca

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hospedaje Jobalu

Restaurants in Salamanca

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Gordito

Clinics in Salamanca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Magdalena de Cao

Stadiums & Teams in Salamanca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Salamanca

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTRULarge Airport
Casa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pacasmayo AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Salamanca

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Wichanzao

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salamanca

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de Moncada
Capilla de Sumanique

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
118 m (387 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Salamanca

What is the population of Salamanca?

Salamanca has a population of 887 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 50.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Salamanca?

Salamanca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.0 inches.

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