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Chadín, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Chadín is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 424. Elevation: 10,906 ft (3,324 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

424 Population 2/sq mi density
10,906 ft Elevation 3,324 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
72.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population424
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain72.6 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation10,906 ft (3,324 m)
Population424
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation10,906 ft (3,324 m)
Coordinates-6.4713°, -78.4192°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation72.6 inches (1,843 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chadín

Chadín is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 424. The city sits at an elevation of 10,906 feet (3,324 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chadín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 72.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,906 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above Peru avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,906 ft (3,324 m)
Area203.6 sq mi (527.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-6.4713°N, 78.4192°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.6"
91% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 25, 2024.

May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 141 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 109 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 149 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 140 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 139 km
May 4, 1991 5 km W of Soritor, Peru M5.0 144 km
Apr 7, 1991 2 km WNW of Rioja, Peru M5.0 144 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 131 km
Jun 8, 1990 2 km WNW of Soritor, Peru M5.0 149 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 111 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 92 km
Dec 27, 1996 17 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 140 km
Jan 7, 1997 20 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 148 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 150 km
Jul 10, 1998 2 km S of Soritor, Peru M4.8 149 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 115 km
Jun 15, 1990 3 km S of Soritor, Peru M4.8 150 km
May 30, 1990 4 km NNE of Rioja, Peru M4.8 149 km
Jun 3, 1990 8 km N of Rioja, Peru M4.8 149 km
Apr 5, 1991 49 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 60°F (15°C) 1.4 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 1.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
December 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in

Chadín has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 55°F in January to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Chadín

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Lucmar
Institución Educativa 10489 Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa Carlos Cueto Fernandini
Institución Educativa No. 101102
Institución Educativa No. 101105
Institución Educativa No. 101121
Institución Educativa No. 101073
Institución Educativa No. 10460
Institución Educativa No. 101071
Institución Educativa No. 10469
Institución Educativa No. 101146
Institución Educativa No. 101054
Institución Educativa No. 10492
Institución Educativa No. 10495
Institución Educativa No. 101094
Institución Educativa No. 10496
Institución Educativa No. 10988
Institución Educativa No. 101088
Institución Educativa Heroes Del Cenepa
Institución Educativa No. 101083
Institución Educativa No. 10913
Institución Educativa No. 101082
Institución Educativa No. 101074
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Farmers Markets in Chadín

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Central de Bambamarca
Mercado Mayorista

Stadiums & Teams in Chadín

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Airports Near Chadín

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco 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 Chadín

What is the population of Chadín?

Chadín has a population of 424 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 203.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chadín?

Chadín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches.

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