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Caja, Peru
Huancavelica · Peru
Caja is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 485. Elevation: 10,276 ft (3,132 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 485 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,276 ft (3,132 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.9175°, -74.4661° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huancavelica |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.6 inches (1,640 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 35.7 inches (91 cm) |
About Caja
Caja is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 485. The city sits at an elevation of 10,276 feet (3,132 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.5°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,276 ft (3,132 m) |
| Area | 86.2 sq mi (223.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.9175°N, 74.4661°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in |
Caja has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in January to 58°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Caja
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36201 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36198 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36464 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36161 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 36163 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Caja
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Caja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Joaquín López Antay | ||||
| Museo Andrés A. Cáceres | ||||
| Museo De Arqueologia Y Antropologia Hipolito Unanue | ||||
| Museo de Arte Popular Joaquín López Antay | ||||
| Museo de la memoria "para que no se repita" ANFASEP |
Libraries in Caja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central -Efrain Morote Best | 0.0 | |||||
| Inversiones Continental | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Bazar Estudio | 0.0 | |||||
| Mercantil Ayacucho | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Caja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 de abril | |||||
| Gamarra Lima | |||||
| Mega Centro | |||||
| Mercado Capillapata | |||||
| Mercado Capillapata | |||||
| Mercado Central Huanta | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos Andrés F .Vivanco | |||||
| Mercado Magdalena | |||||
| Mercado Minorista Mariscal Caceres | |||||
| Mercado Nery García Zárate | |||||
| Plaza Market |
Clinics in Caja
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Caja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Caja
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Choclococha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pichari Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Caja
What is the population of Caja?
Caja has a population of 485 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 86.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Caja?
Caja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.6 inches, with 35.7 inches of snow.