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Chalán, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
Chalán is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 538. Elevation: 10,906 ft (3,324 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chalán
Chalán is a town and municipality located in the Sucre Department, northern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 538 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,906 ft (3,324 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.6500°, -78.2321° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.5 inches (1,332 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chalán
Chalán is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 538. The city sits at an elevation of 10,906 feet (3,324 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 346 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,906 ft (3,324 m) |
| Area | 196.3 sq mi (508.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.6500°N, 78.2321°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in |
Chalán has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 43°F in January to 56°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and August the driest (1.3").
Schools in Chalán
31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 82499 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821514 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82498 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario Pizon | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cegecom El Cedro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82484 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82486 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821092 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82489 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Miguel Angel Silva Rubio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82946 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821555 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821589 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Augusto Gil Velasquez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82418 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821457 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821091 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Muyoc Chico | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario El Alizo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82485 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82487 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Campo Alegre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82490 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821426 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82488 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cebgpc Villa La Colpa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Alto Bellavista | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821143 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jorge Chavez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Iegecom Niño Dios De Pumarume | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821616 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Chalán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado ganadero |
Stadiums & Teams in Chalán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chalán
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chalán
What is the population of Chalán?
Chalán has a population of 538 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 196.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chalán?
Chalán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches.