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Chirinos, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Chirinos is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 1,767. Elevation: 6,014 ft (1,833 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1,767 Population 1/sq mi density
6,014 ft Elevation 1,833 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Chirinos

Chirinos District is one of seven districts of the province San Ignacio in Peru.

People

Population1,767
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation6,014 ft (1,833 m)
Population1,767
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,014 ft (1,833 m)
Coordinates-5.3050°, -78.8983°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,179 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chirinos

Chirinos is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 1,767. The city sits at an elevation of 6,014 feet (1,833 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chirinos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,014 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above Peru avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,014 ft (1,833 m)
Area1,926.7 sq mi (4,990.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-5.3050°N, 78.8983°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.40"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

76 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 26, 2025.

Aug 17, 1992 114 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.3 123 km
Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 122 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 89 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 127 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 11 km
Mar 9, 2020 4 km NW of Sapillica, Peru M4.9 138 km
Apr 9, 2016 70 km SE of Yantzaza, Ecuador M4.9 127 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 13 km
Dec 7, 1995 16 km NE of Cariamanga, Ecuador M4.9 138 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 121 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 118 km
May 21, 2017 10 km NNW of Lagunas, Peru M4.8 127 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 72 km
Nov 21, 1993 87 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M4.8 103 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 62 km
Sep 25, 1996 5 km SSW of Loja, Ecuador M4.8 145 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 79 km
May 8, 1993 28 km E of Cariamanga, Ecuador M4.7 115 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 105 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
February 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in Warmest
March 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 73°F (23°C) 5.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
June 71°F (21°C) 2.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in
October 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 2.9 in

Chirinos has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 69°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Chirinos

47 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Crfa La Cumbre Del Corazon
Institución Educativa Cegecom Nueva Libertad
Institución Educativa No. 17380
Institución educativa No. 17668
Institución Educativa No. 16885
Institución Educativa Balcones
Institución Educativa 16634 San Juan
Institución Educativa No. 17665
Institución Educativa Cegecom Santa Cruz
Institución Educativa No. 16490
Institución Educativa No. 16489
Institución Educativa No. 821610
Institución Educativa No. 16887
Institución Educativa No. 16882
Institución Educativa 16491 Misael Palacios Ruiz
Institución Educativa No. 16635
Institución Educativa Iegecom La Tranca
Institución Educativa No. 16374
Institución Educativa No. 16936
Institución Educativa 16519 Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 16894
Institución Educativa 16482 Jose Carlos Matiategui
Institución Educativa No. 17663
Institución Educativa 16473 Inca Garcilazo De La Vega
Institución Educativa No. 16494
Institución Educativa No. 16495
Institución Educativa No. 16884
Institución Educativa No. 16902
Institución Educativa No. 16703
Institución Educativa No. 17678
Institución Educativa No. 17666
Institución Educativa No. 16636
Institución Educativa No. 16888
Institución Educativa No. 17669
Institución Educativa No. 16493
Institución Educativa No. 17674
Institución Educativa No. 17667
Institución Educativa Iegecom Huacacuro
Institución Educativa No. 17679
Institución Educativa No. 17675
Institución Educativa No. 17671
Institución Educativa No. 16488
Institución Educativa No. 16485
Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas
De Chirinos
Institución Educativa No. 17670
Institución Educativa No. 17962
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Farmers Markets in Chirinos

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Stadiums & Teams in Chirinos

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Airports Near Chirinos

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Huancabamba AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chirinos

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Chirinos

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 Chirinos

What is the population of Chirinos?

Chirinos has a population of 1,767 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,926.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chirinos?

Chirinos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches.

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