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Chingora, Peru
Puno · Peru
Chingora is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 595. Elevation: 12,631 ft (3,850 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 595 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,631 ft (3,850 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.3843°, -70.1655° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.7 inches (881 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.7 inches (25 cm) |
About Chingora
Chingora is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 595. The city sits at an elevation of 12,631 feet (3,850 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Chingora
Chingora has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Nov (11.4°C), the coldest is Jul (5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 548 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,631 ft (3,850 m) |
| Area | 215.3 sq mi (557.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.3843°N, 70.1655°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (155 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 155 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 184 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 185 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in |
Chingora has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 45°F in July to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Chingora
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 70567 Virgen Reyna De Los Angeles | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 70568 Santisima Virgen Maria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70614 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70611 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70553 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70569 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 70583 Pedro Vilcapaza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mariano Melgar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70551 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70554 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 72770 Mucra | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chingora
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| Museo Parroquial | ||||
| Museo y Biblioteca Municipal |
Libraries in Chingora
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| UNAJ | 0.0 | |||||
| UNAJ | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chingora
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campo ferial | |||||
| Laguna Temporal | |||||
| Laguna Temporal | |||||
| Mercado 24 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado Ccancollani | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central Santa Barbara | |||||
| Mercado Cerro Colorado | |||||
| Mercado de abastos 24 de Junio | |||||
| Mercado de Ganado y Animales Menores | |||||
| Mercado Dominical - Las Mercedes | |||||
| Mercado Huata | |||||
| Mercado Internacional | |||||
| Mercado La Revolución | |||||
| Mercado Los Triunfadores | |||||
| Mercado Manco Capac | |||||
| Mercado Pedro Vilcapaza | |||||
| Mercado San Camilo | |||||
| Mercado San José | |||||
| Mercado San Luis | |||||
| Mercado Túpac Amaru | |||||
| Plaza Perú | |||||
| Plaza Tambopata |
Gas Stations in Chingora
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chingora
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chingora
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Chingora
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clínica Americana de Juliaca | ||
| Cono Sur | ||
| Guadalupe | ||
| Policlinico Juliaca - Essalud | ||
| Santa Adriana |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chingora?
Chingora has a population of 595 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 215.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chingora?
Chingora 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 45°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.