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Peru Iquitos Mission

LanguageSpanish
Local time—
Mission leadersWilliam and Karen Summerhays
Nearest templeIquitos Peru TempleIn or near Iquitos
Climate71–88°F / 22–31°C
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The Peru Iquitos Mission is one of 17 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Peru, centered on Iquitos. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.

At a glance

  • Organized1 July 2013
  • Mission leadersWilliam and Karen Summerhays began serving around July 2025, according to the Church Newsroom.
  • LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Spanish; your call letter tells you your exact language.
  • WeatherNear Iquitos, the warmest month is usually September (average high about 88°F / 31°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 71°F / 22°C), with roughly 3,343 mm of rain a year.
  • The Church herePeru has about 667,836 Church members.

This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.

Mission office

Address & phone
Office address
Jirón Napo #478, Iquitos, Maynas, Loreto, Peru

Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026

We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.

Mission leaders

Who leads the mission

William and Karen Summerhays

Serving since July 2025 · new leaders expected July 2028

Source: Church Newsroom 2025 · as of October 8, 2026

Letters & packages

How to send letters & packages

Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.

  • Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
  • Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
  • Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.

Letters & packages guide →

Weather & climate

Seasons, rain & live weather
Live weather loads here.

Profile: tropical, very-wet · about 3343 mm of rain a year.

Monthly averages
Avg highAvg lowRain
Jan86°F / 30°C73°F / 23°C272 mm
Feb86°F / 30°C73°F / 23°C298 mm
Mar86°F / 30°C73°F / 23°C353 mm
Apr86°F / 30°C73°F / 23°C343 mm
May84°F / 29°C72°F / 22°C298 mm
Jun84°F / 29°C71°F / 22°C212 mm
Jul84°F / 29°C71°F / 22°C174 mm
Aug86°F / 30°C71°F / 22°C158 mm
Sep88°F / 31°C73°F / 23°C162 mm
Oct87°F / 31°C73°F / 23°C231 mm
Nov86°F / 30°C73°F / 23°C282 mm
Dec86°F / 30°C73°F / 23°C295 mm

Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.

Language

What you’ll speak

Spanish

Spanish is phonetic: vowels are always a (ah), e (eh), i (ee), o (oh), u (oo). Stress usually falls on the second-to-last syllable unless an accent mark says otherwise. Use "usted" (formal you) with adults until invited to use "tú".

Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.

Nearby temples

Closest temples & distances

The Church in Peru

Members & congregations
Official Languages
Quechua (Peru)
Church Membership
667,836
Congregations
809 (684 Wards, 125 Branches)
Number of Missions
15
Operating Temples
4

Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026

Practical

Time zone, currency, calling code
Time zone
America/Lima
Currency
PEN
Country code
+51
U.S. travel advisory
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
Organized
1 July 2013

Culture & food

Customs & local food
  • Altitude sickness is real in highland missions: rest and hydrate.
  • Greet with a handshake or a cheek kiss (women).
  • Respect Quechua and Aymara cultures.

Foods: Ceviche, Lomo saltado, Ají de gallina, Papa a la huancaína

Family groups

Connect with other families

As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.

Common questions

Quick answers

Who is the mission president of the Peru Iquitos Mission?

The mission leaders are William and Karen Summerhays, who began serving around July 2025, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2028.

What is the Peru Iquitos Mission office address?

An unofficial directory lists the office at Jirón Napo #478, Iquitos, Maynas, Loreto, Peru. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.

How do I send a package to a missionary in the Peru Iquitos Mission?

Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.

What language do missionaries speak in the Peru Iquitos Mission?

Most missionaries here serve in Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.

What is the weather like in the Peru Iquitos Mission?

Near Iquitos, the warmest month is usually September (average high about 88°F / 31°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 71°F / 22°C), with roughly 3,343 mm of rain a year. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.

When was the Peru Iquitos Mission organized?

The mission was organized on 1 July 2013.

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