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Chimbán, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
Chimbán is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 727. Elevation: 5,479 ft (1,670 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 727 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,479 ft (1,670 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.2518°, -78.4775° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.6 inches (1,843 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chimbán
Chimbán is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 727. The city sits at an elevation of 5,479 feet (1,670 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,479 ft (1,670 m) |
| Area | 151.5 sq mi (392.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.2518°N, 78.4775°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 2.0 in |
Chimbán has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 55°F in January to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Chimbán
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 10535 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 101077 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10534 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10951 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10865 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 10509 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Raul Porres Barrenechea | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Chimbán
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chimbán
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Shumba Airport | JAE | Medium Airport |
| Baguá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda El Valor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco 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 Chimbán?
Chimbán has a population of 727 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chimbán?
Chimbán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches.