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Chala, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Chala is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chala
The Chala or "Coast" is one of the eight natural regions in Peru. It is formed by all the western lands that arise from sea level up to the height of 500 meters. The coastal desert of Peru is largely devoid of vegetation but a unique fog and mist-fed ecosystem called Lomas is scattered among hills near the Pacific coast as elevations up to 1,000 metres (3,300 ft).
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.8658°, -74.2469° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.2 inches (131 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chala
Chala is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 365 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 395.0 sq mi (1,022.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.8658°N, 74.2469°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2001 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 8.8 m | 103 | 79 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 22 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 51 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 28 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in |
Chala has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 58°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 2.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.7") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chala
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Hortencia Pardo Mancebo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista De Chala | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Divino Niño Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Henry Ford | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Howard Gardner College | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista De Chala | — | — | — | — |
| Chala | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Divino Niño Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Ceba - Henry Ford | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 40272 Jose Olaya Balandra | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Hortencia Pardo Mancebo | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Chala
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chala
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chala
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chala
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chala
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chala
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acarí Airbase Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaquí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nuevo Acari Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yauca Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chala
What is the weather like in Chala?
Chala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 365 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches.