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Sallique, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Sallique is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 894. Elevation: 5,443 ft (1,659 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

894 Population 4/sq mi density
5,443 ft Elevation 1,659 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
59.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population894
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation5,443 ft (1,659 m)
Population894
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,443 ft (1,659 m)
Coordinates-5.6570°, -79.3159°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation59.2 inches (1,504 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sallique

Sallique is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 894. The city sits at an elevation of 5,443 feet (1,659 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Sallique enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 63°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 59.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,443 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,443 ft (1,659 m)
Area215.1 sq mi (557.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-5.6570°N, 79.3159°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.2"
56% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

72 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 3, 2012 5 km ENE of Piura, Peru M5.4 150 km
Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 85 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 146 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 101 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 64 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 77 km
Mar 9, 2020 4 km NW of Sapillica, Peru M4.9 127 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 62 km
May 21, 2017 10 km NNW of Lagunas, Peru M4.8 123 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 16 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 133 km
Mar 19, 2012 39 km SE of Sechura, Peru M4.8 144 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 112 km
Oct 11, 2000 60 km NW of Mórrope, Peru M4.7 141 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 40 km
May 8, 1993 28 km E of Cariamanga, Ecuador M4.7 145 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 60 km
Jan 15, 2013 27 km SE of Sechura, Peru M4.6 149 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 77 km
Jan 8, 2014 16 km NW of Paltashaco, Peru M4.6 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
February 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
March 56°F (13°C) 7.2 in Wettest
April 56°F (13°C) 5.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Coldest
July 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in

Sallique has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 55°F in June to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.2") and August the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Sallique

37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 16147
Institución Educativa No. 17610
Institución Educativa Tabacal
Institución Educativa No. 16144
Institución Educativa No. 16139
Institución Educativa San Juan
Institución Educativa No. 16141
Institución Educativa No. 17421
Institución Educativa No. 17434
Institución Educativa No. 17441
Institución Educativa No. 17422
Institución Educativa No. 17443
Institución Educativa 17614 Niño Jesus
Institución Educativa No. 17614
Institución Educativa No. 16142
Institución Educativa 16142 Señor Cautivo
Institución Educativa 16145 Señor De La Humildad
Institución Educativa No. 16145
Institución Educativa No. 16369
Institución Educativa 16146 Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 17442
Institución Educativa No. 16148
Institución Educativa No. 17718
Institución Educativa 16836 Virgen Maria
Institución Educativa No. 14601
Institución Educativa No. 17616
Institución Educativa Iegecom Pampa Colorada
Institución Educativa No. 15489
Institución Educativa No. 20838
Institución Educativa No. 16146
Institución Educativa No. 17609
Institución Educativa No. 17617
Institución Educativa No. 16772
Institución Educativa No. 17440
Institución Educativa No. 16840
Institución Educativa No. 17611
Institución educativa No. 16835
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Farmers Markets in Sallique

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Clinics in Sallique

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sallique

Stadiums & Teams in Sallique

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Airports Near Sallique

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Huancabamba 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 Sallique

What is the population of Sallique?

Sallique has a population of 894 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 215.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sallique?

Sallique enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches.

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