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Tamarindo, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Tamarindo is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 590. Elevation: 308 ft (94 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

590 Population 7/sq mi density
308 ft Elevation 94 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
7.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Tamarindo

Tamarindo

Pakatnamu es una localidad de la costa norte peruana ubicada en el distrito de Guadalupe, provincia de Pacasmayo, de la Región La Libertad. La ciudad forma parte del valle agrícola de Jequetepeque.

People

Population590
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain7.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Population590
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Coordinates-7.3066°, -79.4429°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation7.4 inches (188 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tamarindo

Tamarindo is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 590. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet (94 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Tamarindo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 7.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above Peru avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area83.3 sq mi (215.9 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-7.3066°N, 79.4429°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.4"
80% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.55"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

105 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Feb 24, 2007 63 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M6.3 120 km
Nov 13, 2000 79 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 110 km
Jul 29, 2021 90 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.8 129 km
Apr 26, 2015 76 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.6 121 km
Aug 7, 2005 84 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M5.4 102 km
Feb 25, 2020 86 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.3 107 km
Feb 26, 2007 83 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M5.3 130 km
Feb 3, 2024 83 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.2 104 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 34 km
Jul 20, 2020 92 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M5.1 132 km
Nov 7, 1994 78 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 136 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 122 km
Apr 7, 1991 92 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 142 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 82 km
Jul 29, 2021 94 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 133 km
Jul 6, 2015 74 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.9 119 km
Oct 6, 1992 96 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 125 km
Jul 27, 2011 96 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 133 km
Jan 7, 1993 112 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M4.9 130 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1960 N. PERU Earthquake 9.0 m 66 150 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
February 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Warmest
March 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in Wettest
April 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
August 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
October 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in

Tamarindo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 67°F in August to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.6") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Tamarindo

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 81566
Institución Educativa No. 80667
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Radio Stations near Tamarindo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Los Angeles - Chepen variety MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Tamarindo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa Museo Antonio Raimondi
Museo Hnos. Albujar y Manuel Guarniz

Libraries in Tamarindo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Guadalupe0.0

Farmers Markets in Tamarindo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central de Guadalupe
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Gas Stations in Tamarindo

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grifo Continental
Grifo Primax

Stadiums & Teams in Tamarindo

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Airports Near Tamarindo

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International AirportCIXLarge Airport
Casa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Luya AirportSmall Airport
Pacasmayo AirportSmall Airport

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 Tamarindo

What is the population of Tamarindo?

Tamarindo has a population of 590 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 83.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tamarindo?

Tamarindo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches.

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