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Salpo, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Salpo is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 709. Elevation: 11,276 ft (3,437 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Salpo
Salpo es una localidad peruana capital del Distrito de Salpo de la Provincia de Otuzco en el Departamento de La Libertad. Se ubica aproximadamente a unos 72 kilómetros al este de la ciudad de Trujillo.
People
Climate
| Population | 709 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,276 ft (3,437 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.0055°, -78.6065° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 86°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.5 inches (1,967 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salpo
Salpo is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 709. The city sits at an elevation of 11,276 feet (3,437 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.6°F |
| 59% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,276 ft (3,437 m) |
| Area | 197.3 sq mi (510.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.0055°N, 78.6065°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 135 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F (29°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 53°F (11°C) | 0.9 in |
Salpo has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 50°F in June to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Salpo
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 81909 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80265 Jose Bernardo Alcedo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80984 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De Las Mercedes | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80343 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80262 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81915 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80346 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81910 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80344 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80352 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80351 Cesar Vallejo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Salpo
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 Salpo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Religioso de la I.V.P |
Clinics in Salpo
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Salpo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salpo
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Salpo
What is the population of Salpo?
Salpo has a population of 709 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salpo?
Salpo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 77.5 inches.