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Chilete, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Chilete is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 2,023. Elevation: 3,264 ft (995 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,023 Population 9/sq mi density
3,264 ft Elevation 995 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
172.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Chilete

Chilete District is one of eight districts of the province Contumazá in Peru.

People

Population2,023
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain172.0 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation3,264 ft (995 m)
Population2,023
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation3,264 ft (995 m)
Coordinates-7.2214°, -78.8397°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation172.0 inches (4,369 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chilete

Chilete is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 2,023. The city sits at an elevation of 3,264 feet (995 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 172.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chilete has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 172.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,264 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above Peru avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,264 ft (995 m)
Area224.1 sq mi (580.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-7.2214°N, 78.8397°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 172.0"
353% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.60"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 106 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 72 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 144 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 134 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 141 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 107 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 148 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 140 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 130 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 148 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 148 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 148 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 83 km
Apr 14, 2012 12 km WSW of Moche, Peru M4.6 116 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 89 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 132 km
Apr 7, 2013 37 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.6 120 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 106 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 129 km
Jan 16, 2016 60 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M4.6 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 2.6 in Warmest
February 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in
March 63°F (17°C) 4.6 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
August 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
December 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in

Chilete has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 61°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Chilete

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 82620 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82621 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 821154 - - - -
Institución Educativa Cegecom Zapotal - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 821321 - - - -
Institución Educativa Gran Guzmango Capac - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 821419 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82646 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82622 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Chilete

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Stereo TV peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in Chilete

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central

Hotels in Chilete

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hospedaje Caribe

Restaurants in Chilete

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caldo de Gallina
Pizzas El Fuego

Clinics in Chilete

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

De Apoyo Chilete

Bus Stations in Chilete

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PE #8689107490

Gas Stations in Chilete

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PE #2957257719
PE #8689071736
Pecsa

Stadiums & Teams in Chilete

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Airports Near Chilete

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Casa Grande Airport-Small Airport
Celendín Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Lagunas Airport-Small Airport
Malin Airport-Small Airport
Pacasmayo Airport-Small Airport
Quiruvilca Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chilete

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

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 Chilete

What is the population of Chilete?

Chilete has a population of 2,023 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 224.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chilete?

Chilete has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 172.0 inches.

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