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Chontabamba, Peru
Pasco · Peru
Chontabamba is a small town in Pasco, Peru with a population of 1,221. Elevation: 7,740 ft (2,359 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Chontabamba
Chontabamba District is one of eight districts of the province Oxapampa in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,221 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,740 ft (2,359 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.5833°, -75.4833° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Pasco |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 117.2 inches (2,976 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chontabamba
Chontabamba is a small town in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 1,221. The city sits at an elevation of 7,740 feet (2,359 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 117.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,740 ft (2,359 m) |
| Area | 230.2 sq mi (596.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.5833°N, 75.4833°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 7.9 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 7.7 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 7.2 in |
Chontabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 57°F in January to 68°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 58.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.0") and June the driest (1.8").
Schools in Chontabamba
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 34219 Petronilla Sanchez Carden | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34313 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34215 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34325 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34248 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34597 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chontabamba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Biblioteca “Antonio Brack Egg” | ||||
| Casa Museo Schlaefli | ||||
| Museo Historico de Oxapampa | ||||
| Museo Jorge Hassinger | ||||
| Museo Vintage Años Dorados |
Libraries in Chontabamba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa Museo Biblioteca “Antonio Brack Egg” | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chontabamba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abasto | |||||
| Mercado La Alameda | |||||
| Mercado Modelo de Villa Rica | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Santa Rosa |
Hotels in Chontabamba
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chontabamba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baertl Biergarten |
Stadiums & Teams in Chontabamba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chontabamba
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ciudad Constitución Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iscozasin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palcazú Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Bermudez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chontabamba?
Chontabamba has a population of 1,221 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 230.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chontabamba?
Chontabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 117.2 inches.