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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).
Data updated June 2026
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About 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
Climate
| Population | 892 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,661 ft (3,859 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.1707°, -69.6888° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.1 inches (815 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,661 ft (3,859 m) |
| Area | 726.9 sq mi (1,882.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.1707°N, 69.6888°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Schools in Chijichaya
40 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Chijichaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central Ilave | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo San Miguel | |||||
| Vírgen de Natividad de Platería |
Clinics in Chijichaya
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chijichaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chijichaya
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Copacabana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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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. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches.