Chijichaya, Peru

Puno · Peru

Chijichaya is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 892. Elevation: 12,661 ft (3,859 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

892 Population 1/sq mi density
12,661 ft Elevation 3,859 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Chijichaya

Chijichaya

Jisk'a Iru Muqu is a pre-Columbian archaeological site 54 kilometers (34 mi) south-east of Puno, Peru. The site lies in the mountains at elevation 4,115 meters (13,500 feet), in the Aymara community of Jachacachi, adjacent to the Ilave River drainage, of the Lake Titicaca Basin, Peru. Occupation of Jisk'a Iru Muqu spans from the Late Archaic to the Formative.

People

Population892
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Elevation12,661 ft (3,859 m)
Population892
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation12,661 ft (3,859 m)
Coordinates-16.1707°, -69.6888°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (815 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chijichaya

Chijichaya is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 892. The city sits at an elevation of 12,661 feet (3,859 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chijichaya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 12,661 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below Peru avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)

Geography

Elevation12,661 ft (3,859 m)
Area726.9 sq mi (1,882.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates16.1707°S, 69.6888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.1"
16% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.85"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

545 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 114 km
Dec 12, 1994 45 km E of Estique, Peru M6.3 146 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 149 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 150 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 121 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 103 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 81 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 131 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 55 km
Oct 25, 1996 9 km NE of Ticaco, Peru M5.7 138 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 129 km
Jul 12, 2024 67 km E of Tarata, Peru M5.6 137 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 125 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 61 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 111 km
Aug 6, 2005 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru M5.4 134 km
May 12, 2021 2 km NW of Chuquitira, Peru M5.4 129 km
Feb 2, 2006 29 km ENE of Chuquitira, Peru M5.3 110 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 19 km
Mar 25, 2000 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru M5.3 19 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutupaca (120 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 120 km
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 125 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 133 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 173 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (10°C) 6.9 in Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 6.8 in
March 49°F (9°C) 5.4 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in

Chijichaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 43°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Chijichaya

40 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Ricardo Palma - - - -
Institución Educativa Chijichaya - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70356 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70106 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70723 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70100 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70103 - - - -
Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas - - - -
Institución Educativa Simon Bolivar - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 71544 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70731 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70104 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70083 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70326 - - - -
Institución Educativa Ullacachi - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70107 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70750 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70374 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70710 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70129 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70361 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70735 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70711 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70350 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70354 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70328 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70712 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70317 - - - -
Institución Educativa San Antonio - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70360 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70359 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70373 - - - -
Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Games - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70325 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70348 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70648 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70318 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70686 - - - -
Institución Educativa Tiutiri Antamarca - - - -
Institución Educativa Yaurima - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Chijichaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central Ilave
Mercado Nuevo San Miguel
Vírgen de Natividad de Platería

Clinics in Chijichaya

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Checca
Chijichaya

Stadiums & Teams in Chijichaya

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Airports Near Chijichaya

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Copacabana Airport-Small Airport
Ventilla Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Founded
299 BC

🇵🇪 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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What is the population of Chijichaya?

Chijichaya has a population of 892 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 726.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chijichaya?

Chijichaya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches.

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