Chuga, Ecuador
Imbabura · Ecuador
Chuga is a small city in Imbabura, Ecuador with a population of 13,366. Elevation: 8,809 ft (2,685 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Chuga
Pimampiro, also Pimampiru, is the seat of Pimampiro Canton, Imbabura Province, Ecuador. The town is located at an elevation of 2,163 metres (7,096 ft). It had a population of 4,654 in the 2001 census and 5,138 in 2010.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,366 |
| Population Density | 254 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,809 ft (2,685 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.3748°, -77.9048° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Imbabura |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.0 inches (1,751 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chuga
Chuga is a small city in Ecuador (Imbabura) with a population of 13,366. The city sits at an elevation of 8,809 feet (2,685 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Climate in Chuga
Chuga has an average annual temperature of 13.2°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (13.7°C), the coldest is Jul (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1239 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,809 ft (2,685 m) |
| Area | 52.7 sq mi (136.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.3748°N, 77.9048°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Imbabura (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 34 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 40 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 44 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 49 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 52 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 57 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 64 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 73 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 92 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 98 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 99 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 101 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 106 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in |
Chuga has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 56°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.4") and August the driest (1.5").
Schools in Chuga
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose de Martin | - | - | - | - |
| Alfredo Perez Guerrero | - | - | - | - |
| Carchi | - | - | - | - |
| Esc. Humberto Gárcia Ortiz | - | - | - | - |
| Esc. Manuaelita Saenz | - | - | - | - |
| Col. Monte Olivo | - | - | - | - |
| Esc. José Enrique Prodo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chuga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Coquetisima Online | latina, música en español | MP3 |
Museums in Chuga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo | ||||
| Colección Particular Blas Ángel | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico y Etnográfico Atahualpa | ||||
| Museo del Antiguo Cuartel | ||||
| Museo del Banco Central del Ecuador | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico | ||||
| Samay Huasi Museum |
Libraries in Chuga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Fundación Galo Plaza Lasso | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Papelería Estrada | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chuga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Mercadeo | |||||
| Distribuidora Vásquez | |||||
| Distribuidora Vásquez | |||||
| Mercadito "La Primavera" | |||||
| Mercadito "La Primavera" | |||||
| Mercadito "La Primavera" | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Amazonas | |||||
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado central Jesús del Gran Poder | |||||
| Mercado La Playa | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Mira | |||||
| Mercado Santo Domingo | |||||
| Mercado Santo Domingo |
Breweries in Chuga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distribuidora La Litrona |
Stadiums & Teams in Chuga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chuga
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mariscal Sucre International Airport | UIO | Large Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| Andes Aeroclub Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Eduardo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Chuga
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BEAU MEDICAL CENTER | ||
| CEMOPLAF | ||
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Milenium "Centro de Diagnóstico Médico" | ||
| NovaClínica Moderna | ||
| NovaClínica Moderna | ||
| SOLCA Núcleo de Ibarra | ||
| Unimedics Ibarra |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chuga
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica San Juan Evangelista | Monte Olivo | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Yuquín |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chuga
What is the population of Chuga?
Chuga has a population of 13,366 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 254 people per square mile, spread across 52.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chuga?
Chuga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches.
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