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Chacapalpa, Peru
Junin · Peru
Chacapalpa is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 376. Elevation: 12,287 ft (3,745 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 376 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,287 ft (3,745 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.7332°, -75.7557° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,505 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 126.6 inches (322 cm) |
About Chacapalpa
Chacapalpa is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 376. The city sits at an elevation of 12,287 feet (3,745 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.3°F |
| 25% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,287 ft (3,745 m) |
| Area | 67.9 sq mi (175.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.7332°N, 75.7557°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 108 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 149 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 4.1 in |
Chacapalpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 39°F in July to 47°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Chacapalpa
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 31154 Santa Rosa De Lima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Campaña De La Breña | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31172 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chacapalpa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Tunanmarca |
Hotels in Chacapalpa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chacapalpa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chacapalpa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chacapalpa?
Chacapalpa has a population of 376 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chacapalpa?
Chacapalpa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 126.6 inches of snow.