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Cheto, Peru
Amazonas · Peru
Cheto is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 378. Elevation: 7,018 ft (2,139 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cheto
Cheto is a district of the Chachapoyas Province in the Amazonas Region in Peru. Its seat is Cheto located at an altitude of 2,500 m.s.n.m..
People
Climate
| Population | 378 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,018 ft (2,139 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.2564°, -77.7003° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Amazonas |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.3 inches (1,226 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cheto
Cheto is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 378. The city sits at an elevation of 7,018 feet (2,139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,018 ft (2,139 m) |
| Area | 59.4 sq mi (153.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.2564°N, 77.7003°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 3.5 in |
Cheto has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 58°F in August to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and August the driest (1.8").
Schools in Cheto
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 18019 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 18304 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 18018 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jose Olaya | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 18062 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 18061 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 18069 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 18064 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 18017 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Cheto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de interpretación Fortaleza de Kuelap | ||||
| Chachapoyas Museum | ||||
| Museo Etnohistórico Religioso Santa Ana | ||||
| Museo Jalca Grande |
Farmers Markets in Cheto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central |
Clinics in Cheto
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cheto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cheto
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Juan Simons Vela Airport | RIJ | Medium Airport |
| Celendín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moyobamba Airport | MBP | 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 Cheto
What is the population of Cheto?
Cheto has a population of 378 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 59.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cheto?
Cheto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches.