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Chapaya, Peru
Piura · Peru
Chapaya is a small town in Piura, Peru with a population of 664. Elevation: 8,074 ft (2,461 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chapaya
Huancabamba is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the province Huancabamba in the Piura region. It is situated in the valley of the Huancabamba river, along which the old Inca road passed leading from Quito to Cajamarca.
People
Climate
| Population | 664 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,074 ft (2,461 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.1885°, -79.4264° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Piura |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,505 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chapaya
Chapaya is a small town in Peru (Piura) with a population of 664. The city sits at an elevation of 8,074 feet (2,461 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 340 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,074 ft (2,461 m) |
| Area | 215.1 sq mi (557.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.1885°N, 79.4264°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in |
Chapaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 57°F in June to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.0") and September the driest (1.7").
Schools in Chapaya
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 14472 Virgen De Las Mercedes | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 14457 Alejandro Elera Lituma | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 14450 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 14560 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 14412 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20213 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20483 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 14444 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 14443 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra.señora.del Perpetuo Socorro | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Chapaya
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chapaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chapaya
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shumba Airport | JAE | Medium Airport |
| Huancabamba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yapatera Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chapaya?
Chapaya has a population of 664 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 215.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chapaya?
Chapaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches.