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Cajamarquilla, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Cajamarquilla is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 340. Elevation: 12,073 ft (3,680 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

340 Population 2/sq mi density
12,073 ft Elevation 3,680 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
84.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population340
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain84.8 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation12,073 ft (3,680 m)
Population340
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation12,073 ft (3,680 m)
Coordinates-9.6329°, -77.7415°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation84.8 inches (2,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)

About Cajamarquilla

Cajamarquilla is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 340. The city sits at an elevation of 12,073 feet (3,680 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cajamarquilla experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 84.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,073 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below Peru avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,073 ft (3,680 m)
Area142.9 sq mi (370.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-9.6329°N, 77.7415°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.8"
123% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.96"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.6 on Oct 15, 2024.

Sep 23, 1995 81 km W of Paramonga, Peru M6.5 148 km
Jul 17, 1992 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.8 121 km
May 12, 1992 40 km W of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.7 111 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 105 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 92 km
May 11, 2002 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 121 km
Jan 19, 1996 72 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.6 137 km
Dec 14, 1990 70 km WSW of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.6 136 km
Mar 30, 2013 68 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.4 145 km
Jan 15, 2020 57 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.4 123 km
Jan 28, 2017 55 km WSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.3 142 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 108 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 103 km
Oct 18, 1992 25 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.2 115 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 67 km
May 5, 2013 68 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.1 150 km
Dec 14, 1993 53 km SW of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.1 144 km
Oct 19, 1992 30 km S of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.1 75 km
Mar 21, 2015 33 km SSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.1 111 km
Nov 22, 1990 51 km W of Huarmey, Peru M5.1 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 40 km
1970 N. PERU Earthquake 0.5 m 66,794 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
February 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 48°F (9°C) 0.1 in
September 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
December 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in

Cajamarquilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 48°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Cajamarquilla

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 86060
Institución Educativa 86113 Felipe Pardo Y Aliaga
Institución Educativa No. 86703
Institución Educativa No. 86836
Institución Educativa 86059 Virgen De La Natividad
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Museums in Cajamarquilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ichic-Willkawaín
Museo Arqueológico de Ancash
Willkawaín

Libraries in Cajamarquilla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Cajamarquilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gran Mercado Popular Huaraz
La Parada
Mercado Central de Huaraz
Mercado de Challhua
Mercado de Independencia
Mercado Municipal

Breweries in Cajamarquilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Sierra Andina cervecería

Stadiums & Teams in Cajamarquilla

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cajamarquilla

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani AirportATAMedium Airport
Caraz AirportSmall Airport
Casma AirportSmall Airport

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 Cajamarquilla

What is the population of Cajamarquilla?

Cajamarquilla has a population of 340 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 142.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cajamarquilla?

Cajamarquilla has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.8 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

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