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Challabamba, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Challabamba is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 875. Elevation: 9,075 ft (2,766 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

875 Population 15/sq mi density
9,075 ft Elevation 2,766 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population875
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation9,075 ft (2,766 m)
Population875
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation9,075 ft (2,766 m)
Coordinates-13.2116°, -71.6532°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (555 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Challabamba

Challabamba is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 875. The city sits at an elevation of 9,075 feet (2,766 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Challabamba experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,075 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below Peru avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,075 ft (2,766 m)
Area57.2 sq mi (148.3 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-13.2116°N, 71.6532°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.9"
43% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

92 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 59 km
Jan 10, 1998 101 km E of Pangoa, Peru M6.4 139 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 92 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 140 km
Dec 30, 2012 46 km E of Salvación, Peru M5.2 87 km
Jan 10, 1998 89 km E of Pangoa, Peru M5.2 131 km
Aug 10, 1994 central Peru M5.1 129 km
Sep 2, 1992 59 km NE of Salvación, Peru M5.1 112 km
May 2, 2024 28 km WNW of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.1 97 km
Sep 2, 2019 central Peru M5.0 134 km
Aug 10, 2010 8 km NW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.0 145 km
May 5, 2024 11 km SE of Colquepata, Peru M5.0 25 km
Aug 8, 2003 6 km N of Colcha, Peru M5.0 67 km
Jan 8, 2016 34 km SSW of Huepetuhe, Peru M4.9 112 km
Jun 30, 2009 99 km NW of Salvación, Peru M4.9 121 km
Sep 20, 2012 9 km WSW of Palpacachi, Peru M4.9 127 km
Jul 6, 2015 7 km E of Colcha, Peru M4.9 71 km
May 24, 2018 67 km NNW of Salvación, Peru M4.9 101 km
Mar 20, 2022 27 km SSW of Mazuko, Peru M4.9 131 km
Aug 8, 2003 5 km NNW of Colcha, Peru M4.8 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (112 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 112 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in Wettest
February 53°F (11°C) 3.8 in
March 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in Warmest
December 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in

Challabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 47°F in July to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Challabamba

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 501257 Amigos De Jesus
Institución Educativa 50989 Cristo Rey Nazareno
Institución Educativa 50426 Fray Martin De Porres
Institución Educativa Ramiro Priale Priale
Institución Educativa 501402 Majopata
Institución Educativa No. 501120
Institución Educativa 50468 San Andres
Institución Educativa 501167 Patron Santiago
Institución Educativa 51049 Ricardo Palma
Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa 50464 Jose Santos Chocano
Institución Educativa 50712 Niño Isidro Salvador
Institución Educativa 50907 Señor De Huanca
Institución Educativa 50807 Capac Yupanqui
Institución Educativa 50791 Agustin Gamarra
Virgen Del Carmen
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Radio Stations near Challabamba

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Salkantay AAC+ 48 kbps
JVM la Estación (Cusco) baladas MP3 128 kbps
RAM Cusco MP3 128 kbps
Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) clasicos, cultural MP3
JVM la Estación baladas MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Challabamba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de los Pueblos de Paucartambo
Museo de Pisac

Farmers Markets in Challabamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Abastos Pisac
Mercado de Pisac
Paucartambo Market

Hotels in Challabamba

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wayqecha Biological Station

Clinics in Challabamba

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Challabamba

Stadiums & Teams in Challabamba

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Challabamba

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Patria AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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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 Challabamba

What is the population of Challabamba?

Challabamba has a population of 875 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 57.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Challabamba?

Challabamba has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches.

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