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Chongos Alto, Peru
Junin · Peru
Chongos Alto is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 828. Elevation: 11,929 ft (3,636 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chongos Alto
Huasicancha es una localidad del distrito de Huasicancha, situada a 69 km al sur este de la Provincia de Huancayo, en el Departamento de Junín, (Perú).
People
Climate
| Population | 828 |
| Population Density | 140 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,929 ft (3,636 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3113°, -75.2890° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.9 inches (811 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chongos Alto
Chongos Alto is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 828. The city sits at an elevation of 11,929 feet (3,636 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,929 ft (3,636 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 140/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.3113°N, 75.2890°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.3 in |
Chongos Alto has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 46°F in July to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Chongos Alto
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 30146 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30160 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pachacutec | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30157 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30158 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30196 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chongos Alto
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Unika | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Chongos Alto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Casa de la Memoria | ||||
| Warivilca |
Farmers Markets in Chongos Alto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Nazaret | |||||
| Centro Comercial Virgen de la Candelaria | |||||
| La Moderna de Chilca | |||||
| Mercado La Florida | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Chupaca | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Huancayo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Moya | |||||
| Mercado Pío Pata |
Clinics in Chongos Alto
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chongos Alto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chongos Alto
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Chongos Alto
25 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Auquimarca | ||
| Centro de Atención Primaria II Chilca | ||
| Centro de Atención Primaria III Mantaro Huancayo Cercado | ||
| Centro Médico Las Americas S.A. | ||
| Centro Médico Mega Salud | ||
| Centro Medico Mi Buen Pastor | ||
| Chilca | ||
| Chongos Bajo | ||
| Clinica El Carmen | ||
| Clinica Obsterica | ||
| Clínica Ortega | ||
| Clinica Ortega | ||
| Clínica Universal | ||
| Huancan | ||
| Huari | ||
| Huayucachi | ||
| La Libertad | ||
| New Life | ||
| ONG Salud Integral Andina | ||
| Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca | ||
| Policlinico Brevete Huancayo | ||
| Policlinico Del Centro | ||
| Preventiva | ||
| Salud Y Mujer | ||
| Sapallanga |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chongos Alto?
Chongos Alto has a population of 828 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 140 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chongos Alto?
Chongos Alto 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 46°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches.