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Chachapoyas, Peru
Amazonas · Peru
Chachapoyas is a mid-size city in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 32,026. Elevation: 7,743 ft (2,360 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Chachapoyas
Chachapoyas is a city in northern Peru at an elevation of 2,335 meters (7,661 ft). The city has a population of 32,026 people (2017). Situated in the mountains far from the Peruvian coast, Chachapoyas remains fairly isolated from other regions of Peru. It is served by buses to Chiclayo and Cajamarca, and flights to domestic locations from Chachapoyas Airport.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,026 |
| Population Density | 539 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,743 ft (2,360 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.2317°, -77.8690° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Amazonas |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 86.3 inches (2,192 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chachapoyas
Chachapoyas is a mid-size city in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 32,026. The city sits at an elevation of 7,743 feet (2,360 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Chachapoyas
Chachapoyas has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 782 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 341 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,743 ft (2,360 m) |
| Area | 59.4 sq mi (153.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.2317°N, 77.8690°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 3.0 in |
Chachapoyas has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in August to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Chachapoyas
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toribio Rodriguez De Mendoza | College | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza | University | — | — |
Schools in Chachapoyas
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 18006 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nº 18001 Miguel Rubio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Inicial 002 Raquel Robles de Román | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio 18288 Isabel Linch de Rubio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Virgen Asunta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nº 18002 María Auxiliadora | — | — | — | — |
| IEST Público Perú - Japón | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan de la Libertad | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Seminario Jesús María | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 18003 Santa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Monseñor Octavio Ortiz Arrieta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Inicial 006 María Palmir Sánchez de Reátegui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18009 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 379 Mundo Magico | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 18255 Leoncio Prado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Coar Amazonas | — | — | — | — |
| Crebe Amazonas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santiago Antunez De Mayolo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Blas Valera Perez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Divino Salvador | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 18007 José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18343 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18291 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chachapoyas
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Chachapoyas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de interpretación Fortaleza de Kuelap | ||||
| Chachapoyas Museum | ||||
| Museo de Lámud | ||||
| Museo Etnohistórico Religioso Santa Ana | ||||
| Museum of Sarcophagus of Karajia |
Farmers Markets in Chachapoyas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de Colcamar |
Hotels in Chachapoyas
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chachapoyas
29 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chachapoyas
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Chachapoyas
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chachapoyas
15 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chachapoyas
5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chachapoyas
9 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chachapoyas
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chachapoyas
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chachapoyas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chachapoyas
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Juan Simons Vela Airport | RIJ | Medium Airport |
| Baguá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chachapoyas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Serpost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chachapoyas
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| capilla Virgen de Fátima | |
| Catedral | |
| Iglesia Belén | |
| Iglesia Buena Muerte | |
| Iglesia Santa Ana | |
| Iglesia Santa Ana | |
| Santuario Virgen Asunta | |
| Señor de Contricción | |
| Señor de los Milagros |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Chachapoyas?
Chachapoyas has a population of 32,026 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 539 people per square mile, spread across 59.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chachapoyas?
Chachapoyas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.