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Alto Perú, Peru

San Martín Department · Peru

Alto Perú is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 774. Elevation: 3,675 ft (1,120 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

774 Population 3/sq mi density
3,675 ft Elevation 1,120 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
48.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population774
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation3,675 ft (1,120 m)
Population774
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation3,675 ft (1,120 m)
Coordinates-6.2989°, -77.0975°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceSan Martín Department
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation48.9 inches (1,243 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alto Perú

Alto Perú is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 774. The city sits at an elevation of 3,675 feet (1,120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Alto Perú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,675 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Peru avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,675 ft (1,120 m)
Area243.0 sq mi (629.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-6.2989°N, 77.0975°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

216 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 35 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 35 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 29 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 82 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 141 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 144 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 33 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 13 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 31 km
Feb 12, 1995 15 km N of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.6 125 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 61 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 27 km
Oct 25, 2012 5 km ESE of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.4 121 km
Aug 6, 2002 58 km S of Barranca, Peru M5.3 118 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 23 km
Jul 23, 1997 29 km SE of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.3 129 km
May 7, 2020 47 km NE of Moyobamba, Peru M5.3 80 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 78 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 115 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in
February 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
March 70°F (21°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 5.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
October 71°F (21°C) 5.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in Warmest
December 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in

Alto Perú has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 69°F in July to 71°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Alto Perú

27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 831
Institución Educativa No. 18407
Institución Educativa No. 18478
Institución Educativa No. 888
Institución Educativa No. 18480
Institución Educativa No. 18456
Institución Educativa No. 18415
Institución Educativa No. 859
Institución Educativa No. 876
Institución Educativa 00974 La Escuela Del Bosque
Institución Educativa No. 1204
Institución Educativa No. 1043
Institución Educativa No. 1004
Institución Educativa No. 1076
Institución Educativa No. 965
Institución Educativa No. 1205
Institución Educativa No. 935
Institución Educativa No. 887
Institución Educativa No. 116
Institución Educativa No. 1064
Institución Educativa No. 972
Institución Educativa No. 975
Institución Educativa No. 976
Institución Educativa No. 1005
Institución Educativa No. 1040
Institución Educativa No. 1075
Institución Educativa 00965 Jose Sabogal Wiesse
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Radio Stations near Alto Perú

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Moyobamba amazonian cumbia, cumbia amazónica AAC+ 144 kbps
Radio San Martín local news AAC+ 48 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in Alto Perú

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Airports Near Alto Perú

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes AirportTPPMedium Airport
Juan Simons Vela AirportRIJMedium Airport
Alao AirportSmall Airport
Lamas AirportSmall Airport
Moyobamba AirportMBPSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San José de Sisa AirportSmall Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport
Saposoa AirportSQUSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alto Perú

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San José El Doncel, Distrito de Soritor

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 Alto Perú

What is the population of Alto Perú?

Alto Perú has a population of 774 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 243.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alto Perú?

Alto Perú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches.

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