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Chojata, Peru
Moquegua Department · Peru
Chojata is a small town in Moquegua Department, Peru with a population of 727. Elevation: 11,854 ft (3,613 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 727 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,854 ft (3,613 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.3887°, -70.7294° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Moquegua Department |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.0 inches (382 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chojata
Chojata is a small town in Peru (Moquegua Department) with a population of 727. The city sits at an elevation of 11,854 feet (3,613 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,854 ft (3,613 m) |
| Area | 939.1 sq mi (2,432.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.3887°N, 70.7294°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 28 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 80 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 105 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 138 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 162 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 42°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
Chojata has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 42°F in July to 49°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chojata
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Técnico Agropecuario San Miguel Arcángel | — | — | — | — |
| San Lorenzo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Técnico Agropecuario Santiago de Pachas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Túpac Amaru II | — | — | — | — |
| Chojata | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Chojata
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chojata
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chojata
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chojata
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Chojata |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chojata?
Chojata has a population of 727 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 939.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chojata?
Chojata has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches.