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Sayán, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Sayán is a small city in Lima region, Peru with a population of 6,196. Elevation: 2,162 ft (659 m). Average temperature: 87°F (30°C).

6,196 Population 11/sq mi density
2,162 ft Elevation 659 meters
87°F Avg Temperature 30°C
74.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Sayán

Sayán District is one of twelve districts of the province Huaura in Peru.

People

Population6,196
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp87°F (30°C)
Rain74.3 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation2,162 ft (659 m)
Population6,196
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation2,162 ft (659 m)
Coordinates-11.1333°, -77.1946°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature87°F (30°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation74.3 inches (1,887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sayán

Sayán is a small city in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 6,196. The city sits at an elevation of 2,162 feet (659 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 87°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Sayán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 74.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,162 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average86.7°F
61% above Peru avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,162 ft (659 m)
Area590.0 sq mi (1,528.0 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-11.1333°N, 77.1946°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.3"
96% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.06"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

168 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 93 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 54 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 141 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 58 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 119 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 140 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 106 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 143 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 122 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 56 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 117 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 116 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 144 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 119 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 126 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 43 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 60 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 87 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 112 km
Jan 6, 2017 66 km WSW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 73 km
1586 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 26.0 m 22 141 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 96 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 97 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 108 km
1974 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 0.9 m 78 142 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 99 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 0.6 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in Wettest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 60°F (15°C) 0.0 in
July 89°F (32°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in Coldest
September 60°F (15°C) 0.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in

Sayán has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 59°F in August to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.1") and May the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Sayán

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 20922
Institución Educativa No. 20977
Institución Educativa No. 20867
Institución Educativa No. 20350
Institución Educativa Happy Kids
Institución Educativa Manuel Tovar
Institución Educativa No. 20351
Institución Educativa 03 Divino Niño Jesus
Institución Educativa Andahuasi
Institución Educativa No. 21010
Institución Educativa No. 20376
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Radio Stations near Sayán

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vinilo ¡Tu radio retro! 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000 oldies & retro hits 70s 80s 90s 00s AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Sayán

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro de Interpretacion

Clinics in Sayán

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sayan

Stadiums & Teams in Sayán

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sayán

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Patao AirportSmall Airport
Pativilca AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sayán

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Andahuasi
Parroquia de Quintay
Parroquia San Jerónimo
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

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 Sayán

What is the population of Sayán?

Sayán has a population of 6,196 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 590.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sayán?

Sayán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.

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