Peru Trujillo North Mission
The Peru Trujillo North Mission is one of 17 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Peru, centered on Trujillo. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 1985 (originally the Peru Trujillo Mission)
- Mission leadersMichael K. and Diann B. Harries began serving around July 2025, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Spanish; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Trujillo Peru Temple, in the mission area.
- WeatherNear Trujillo, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 81°F / 27°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 55°F / 13°C), with roughly 174 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
- Peru Trujillo North Mission, Teodoro Valcarcel 512, Urbanizacion Primavera, Trujillo, La Libertad
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026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
Michael K. and Diann B. Harries
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.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: arid · about 174 mm of rain a year.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 79°F / 26°C | 66°F / 19°C | 20 mm |
| Feb | 81°F / 27°C | 69°F / 20°C | 32 mm |
| Mar | 81°F / 27°C | 69°F / 20°C | 62 mm |
| Apr | 79°F / 26°C | 66°F / 19°C | 17 mm |
| May | 76°F / 24°C | 62°F / 16°C | 3 mm |
| Jun | 73°F / 23°C | 58°F / 14°C | 2 mm |
| Jul | 71°F / 22°C | 56°F / 13°C | 1 mm |
| Aug | 71°F / 22°C | 55°F / 13°C | 1 mm |
| Sep | 71°F / 22°C | 56°F / 14°C | 2 mm |
| Oct | 72°F / 22°C | 58°F / 14°C | 7 mm |
| Nov | 74°F / 23°C | 58°F / 15°C | 4 mm |
| Dec | 76°F / 25°C | 62°F / 17°C | 11 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
- Trujillo Peru Temple — Operating (21 June 2015) · in or near Trujillo
- Chorrillos Peru Temple — Announced (6 April 2025) · about 100 mi (161 km) from Trujillo
- Chiclayo Peru Temple — Announced (2 October 2022) · about 109 mi (175 km) from Trujillo
- Piura Peru Temple — Groundbreaking scheduled (14 November 2026) · about 231 mi (372 km) from Trujillo
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 1985
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
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Peru Trujillo North Mission?
The mission leaders are Michael K. and Diann B. Harries, 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 Trujillo North Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Peru Trujillo North Mission, Teodoro Valcarcel 512, Urbanizacion Primavera, Trujillo, La Libertad. 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 Trujillo North 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 Trujillo North 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 Trujillo North Mission?
Near Trujillo, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 81°F / 27°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 55°F / 13°C), with roughly 174 mm of rain a year. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Peru Trujillo North Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Trujillo Peru Temple.
When was the Peru Trujillo North Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 1985. It was originally called the Peru Trujillo Mission.
Other missions in Peru
Other missions nearby
- Peru Arequipa Mission
- Peru Chiclayo Mission
- Peru Cusco Mission
- Peru Huancayo Mission
- Peru Iquitos Mission
- Peru Lima Central Mission
- Peru Lima East Mission
- Peru Lima North Mission
- Peru Lima Northeast Mission
- Peru Lima Northwest Mission
- Peru Lima South Mission
- Peru Lima West Mission
- Peru Limatambo Mission
- Peru Piura Mission
- Peru Tacna Mission
- Peru Trujillo South Mission
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources