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Santa Cruz De Succhabamba, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Santa Cruz De Succhabamba is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 4,660. Elevation: 6,654 ft (2,028 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4,660 Population 110/sq mi density
6,654 ft Elevation 2,028 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
56.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

Santa Cruz de Succhubamba is a town in northern Peru, capital of Santa Cruz Province in Cajamarca Region.

People

Population4,660
Density110/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Population4,660
Population Density110 / sq mi
Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Coordinates-6.6250°, -78.9458°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation56.7 inches (1,440 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

Santa Cruz De Succhabamba is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 4,660. The city sits at an elevation of 6,654 feet (2,028 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Cruz De Succhabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 56.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,654 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Area42.5 sq mi (110.2 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates-6.6250°N, 78.9458°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.7"
49% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 139 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 118 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 141 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 137 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 114 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 45 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 130 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 130 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 85 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 125 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 136 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 80 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 87 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 138 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 77 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 100 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 94 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 54 km
May 12, 2015 11 km SSW of Sondorillo, Peru M4.5 144 km
Dec 16, 1995 9 km NNE of Bellavista, Peru M4.5 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
March 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
July 62°F (16°C) 0.6 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
November 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in

Santa Cruz De Succhabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 59°F in January to 64°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 11187
Santa Cruz
Institución Educativa Juan Tomis Stack
Institución Educativa No. 11109
Institución Educativa No. 10621
Institución Educativa No. 10608
Institución Educativa No. 10618
Institución Educativa Indoamericano
Santa Cruz
Institución Educativa No. 10619
Institución Educativa No. 10628
Institución Educativa No. 10611
Institución Educativa No. 10617
Institución Educativa No. 11056
Institución Educativa Juan Ugaz
Institución Educativa No. 10603
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Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Santa Celia

Clinics in Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Santa Cruz

Bus Stations in Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal Emp.Transportes Ángel Divino
Terminal Emp.Transportes Pasamayo

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,035 m (6,677 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 Santa Cruz De Succhabamba

What is the population of Santa Cruz De Succhabamba?

Santa Cruz De Succhabamba has a population of 4,660 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 110 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz De Succhabamba?

Santa Cruz De Succhabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches.

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