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Balsas, Peru
Amazonas · Peru
Balsas is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 259. Elevation: 2,756 ft (840 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 259 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,756 ft (840 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.8333°, -78.0167° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Amazonas |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.2 inches (1,199 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balsas
Balsas is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 259. The city sits at an elevation of 2,756 feet (840 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 341 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,756 ft (840 m) |
| Area | 196.3 sq mi (508.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.8333°N, 78.0167°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 2.8 in |
Balsas has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 40°F in January to 65°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Balsas
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 18256 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18344 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18409 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18013 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18016 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18015 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18464 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18012 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De Guadalupe | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Balsas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leymebamba Museum |
Libraries in Balsas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la cultura Elisabeth Gehrer | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balsas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado ganadero |
Restaurants in Balsas
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Balsas
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Balsas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Balsas
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Balsas
What is the population of Balsas?
Balsas has a population of 259 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 196.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balsas?
Balsas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.