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Túcume, Peru
Lambayeque · Peru
Túcume is a small city in Lambayeque, Peru with a population of 7,043. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Túcume
Túcume is a pre-Hispanic site in Peru, south of the La Leche River on a plain around La Raya Mountain. It covers an area of over 540 acres (220 ha) and encompassing 26 major pyramids and mounds. The area is referred to as "Pirámides de Túcume" or Purgatorio (purgatory) by local people.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,043 |
| Population Density | 238 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.5064°, -79.8573° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lambayeque |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.1 inches (510 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Túcume
Túcume is a small city in Peru (Lambayeque) with a population of 7,043. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Túcume
Túcume has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.6°C), the coldest is Aug (20.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 47 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.5°F |
| 38% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 29.6 sq mi (76.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 238/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.5064°N, 79.8573°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Túcume has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 66°F in August to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Túcume
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 10226 Nuestra Señora De La Merced | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 10208 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Federico Villarreal | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 10225 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Túcume
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zona 5 93.3 | cumbia, pop en español | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio JHC 107.7 FM | - | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Túcume
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Interpretacion | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Nacional Brünning | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Nacional Brünning | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Huaca Chotuna - Chornancap | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Túcume | ||||
| Museo Nacional Sicán | ||||
| Museo Túcume | ||||
| Museo Tumbas Reales de Sipan | ||||
| Museo Tumbas Reales de Sipan |
Libraries in Túcume
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Roberto Salcedo G. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Túcume
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Patos | |||||
| Mercado Carolina | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Illimo | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Pacora | |||||
| Mercado Mi Perú | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Lambayeque | |||||
| Mercado Moshoqueque 2do Sector | |||||
| Mercado Moshoqueque 3er Sector | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Tumán | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ferreñafe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Pueblo Nuevo | |||||
| Mercado Sagrado Corazón de Jesús |
Clinics in Túcume
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Túcume
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Túcume
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Monumental César Flores Marigorda | ||
| Estadio Municipal Carlos Castañeda Iparraguirre |
Airports Near Túcume
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport | CIX | Large Airport |
| Luya Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Túcume
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Leonardo Ortiz |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Túcume
What is the population of Túcume?
Túcume has a population of 7,043 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 238 people per square mile, spread across 29.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Túcume?
Túcume has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches.