Choropampa, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Choropampa is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 315. Elevation: 5,850 ft (1,783 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

315 Population 2/sq mi density
5,850 ft Elevation 1,783 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
72.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population315
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain72.6 in/yr
Elevation5,850 ft (1,783 m)
Population315
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,850 ft (1,783 m)
Coordinates-6.3715°, -78.4116°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation72.6 inches (1,843 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Choropampa

Choropampa is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 315. The city sits at an elevation of 5,850 feet (1,783 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Choropampa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 72.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,850 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above Peru avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)

Geography

Elevation5,850 ft (1,783 m)
Area151.5 sq mi (392.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates6.3715°S, 78.4116°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.6"
91% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

80 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 26, 2025.

May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 137 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 146 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 118 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 147 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 150 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 134 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 145 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 135 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 148 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 105 km
Jun 8, 1990 2 km WNW of Soritor, Peru M5.0 145 km
Apr 7, 1991 2 km WNW of Rioja, Peru M5.0 140 km
May 4, 1991 5 km W of Soritor, Peru M5.0 141 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 121 km
Apr 5, 1991 22 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.0 147 km
Jan 7, 1997 20 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 142 km
Dec 27, 1996 17 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 134 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 143 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 91 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 60°F (15°C) 1.4 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 1.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
December 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in

Choropampa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 55°F in January to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Choropampa

37 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101084 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10497 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10808 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101078 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101023 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10493 - - - -
Institución Educativa Jose Santos Chocano - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101156 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101141 - - - -
Institución Educativa San Francisco - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 82453 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 821090 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101108 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10844 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101159 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101182 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101170 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101003 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101181 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10864 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101150 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101040 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101001 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101056 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10960 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101049 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101039 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10498 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10467 - - - -
Institución Educativa Julio C. Tello Rojas - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101048 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101097 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101091 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101162 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 101093 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10987 - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Choropampa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Mayorista

Stadiums & Teams in Choropampa

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Airports Near Choropampa

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Baguá Airport-Small Airport
Celendín Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda El Valor Airport-Small Airport
Lagunas Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco Airport-Small Airport

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 Choropampa

What is the population of Choropampa?

Choropampa has a population of 315 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Choropampa?

Choropampa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches.

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