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Chugay, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Chugay is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 1,405. Elevation: 11,093 ft (3,381 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chugay
Chugay District is one of eight districts of the province Sánchez Carrión in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,405 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,093 ft (3,381 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.7817°, -77.8683° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.1 inches (1,703 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
About Chugay
Chugay is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 1,405. The city sits at an elevation of 11,093 feet (3,381 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 339 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,093 ft (3,381 m) |
| Area | 248.5 sq mi (643.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.7817°N, 77.8683°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 5.5 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in |
Chugay has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 46°F in January to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Chugay
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 80644 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80789 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80189 Alfonso Ugarte Vernal | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81934 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81727 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82010 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 80141 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 82101 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 80179 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80179 Victor Raul Haya De La Torre | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80972 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80398 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80140 Jose F. Sanchez Carrion | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82011 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 82013 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80592 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80178 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 81931 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 80181 Juan Pablo Ii | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82152 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82019 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 80185 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 81542 Andres Avelino Caceres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82009 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 82149 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Chugay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueologico de Huamachuco |
Libraries in Chugay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pedagógico | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chugay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Cajabamba | |||||
| Mercado de Huamachuco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal II Etapa |
Clinics in Chugay
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chugay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chugay
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chugay
What is the population of Chugay?
Chugay has a population of 1,405 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 248.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chugay?
Chugay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches.