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Tanguche, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Tanguche is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 601. Elevation: 699 ft (213 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 601 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.7470°, -78.5224° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.1 inches (29 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tanguche
Tanguche is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 601. The city sits at an elevation of 699 feet (213 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) |
| Area | 20.0 sq mi (51.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.7470°N, 78.5224°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 113 km |
| 1996 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 12 | 150 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 59 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 60 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in |
Tanguche has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in August to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.4") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tanguche
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 88277 Hector Castañeda Pastor | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88282 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 81540 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88409 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88330 Santisima Cruz De Mayo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88274 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tanguche
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova peru | musica tropical | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Tanguche
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Santa | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa |
Stadiums & Teams in Tanguche
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tanguche
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Tanguche?
Tanguche has a population of 601 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 20.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tanguche?
Tanguche enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.1 inches.