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Chimbo, Peru
Puno · Peru
Chimbo is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 510. Elevation: 12,677 ft (3,864 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chimbo
Chimbo is a town in, and the seat of Chimbo Canton, Bolívar Province in Ecuador. The closest cities to Chimbo are Guaranda and San Miguel. Chimbo was once known as Benalcazar because the Spanish conquistador Sebastián de Belalcázar stayed there for several days before departing to Quito to fight the colonizers.
People
Climate
| Population | 510 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,677 ft (3,864 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.2750°, -69.2019° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.6 inches (1,030 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.2 inches (13 cm) |
About Chimbo
Chimbo is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 510. The city sits at an elevation of 12,677 feet (3,864 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,677 ft (3,864 m) |
| Area | 85.7 sq mi (221.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.2750°N, 69.2019°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (146 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 146 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 150 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 7.2 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 5.7 in |
Chimbo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 45°F in June to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Chimbo
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70183 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Chimbo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70182 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chimbo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIAC Regional Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo del Poncho |
Farmers Markets in Chimbo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Miguel Grau | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Copacabana | |||||
| Mercado Zepita |
Stadiums & Teams in Chimbo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chimbo
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Copacabana Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chimbo
What is the population of Chimbo?
Chimbo has a population of 510 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 85.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chimbo?
Chimbo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.