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Sucre, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
Sucre is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 1,061. Elevation: 8,911 ft (2,716 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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About Sucre
Sucre, officially La Ilustre y Heroica Sucre is the de jure capital city of Bolivia, the capital of the Chuquisaca Department and the sixth most populous city in Bolivia. Located in the south-central part of the country, Sucre lies at an elevation of 2,790 m (9,150 ft), making it the second-highest capital city in the world after Quito. This relatively high altitude gives the city a subtropical highland climate with cool temperatures year-round. Over the centuries, the city has received various names, including La Plata, Charcas, and Chuquisaca. Today, the region is of predominantly Quechua background, with some Aymara communities and influences.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,061 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,911 ft (2,716 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.9427°, -78.1357° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.2 inches (1,199 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sucre
Sucre is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 1,061. The city sits at an elevation of 8,911 feet (2,716 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 341 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,911 ft (2,716 m) |
| Area | 196.3 sq mi (508.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.9427°N, 78.1357°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in |
Sucre has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in January to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Sucre
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Baltazar Quiroz Malaver | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cegecom La Fortaleza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821164 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82528 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cegecom Cruzconga | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82430 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821178 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82429 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82521 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821013 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82522 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82482 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82527 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Fraylecocha | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82523 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82970 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821055 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Martin | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82427 | — | — | — | — |
| Alfredo Jose Maria Rocha Zegarra | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Jose | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821578 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sucre
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo TV | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Sucre
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado ganadero |
Restaurants in Sucre
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sucre
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sucre
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sucre
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sucre
What is the population of Sucre?
Sucre has a population of 1,061 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 196.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sucre?
Sucre has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.