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Sinsicap, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Sinsicap is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 327. Elevation: 7,493 ft (2,284 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sinsicap
Sinsicap es una localidad peruana capital del Distrito de Sinsicap de la Provincia de Otuzco en el Departamento de La Libertad, está bajo la administración del Gobierno regional. Su ubicación se encuentra aproximadamente a unos 51 kilómetros al este de la ciudad de Trujillo.
People
Climate
| Population | 327 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,493 ft (2,284 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.8518°, -78.7562° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.1 inches (257 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sinsicap
Sinsicap is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 327. The city sits at an elevation of 7,493 feet (2,284 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,493 ft (2,284 m) |
| Area | 197.3 sq mi (510.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.8518°N, 78.7562°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 | 150 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in |
Sinsicap has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 60°F in August to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sinsicap
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 82088 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80271 Pedro Oswaldo Cerna Valdiviezo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81698 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80356 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 81629 Cesar A. Vallejo Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80633 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80664 San Ignacio De Loyola | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81644 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80698 Juan Velasco Alvarado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80700 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81697 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 81759 Ciro Alegria Bazan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82047 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sinsicap
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 Sinsicap
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Religioso de la I.V.P |
Libraries in Sinsicap
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sinsicap
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado La Victoria |
Stadiums & Teams in Sinsicap
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sinsicap
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium 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 |
Treatment Centers in Sinsicap
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Arcángel | ||
| Centro de Atención Primaria II Laredo | ||
| Centro de Salud Mental Comunitaria Trujillo Dra. Frida Alayza | ||
| Fisher | ||
| Humanidad Salud | ||
| Mental Comunitaria San Crispin |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sinsicap
What is the population of Sinsicap?
Sinsicap has a population of 327 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sinsicap?
Sinsicap has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches.