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Chullune, Peru
Puno · Peru
Chullune is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 510. Elevation: 12,700 ft (3,871 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chullune
Puno is a city in southeastern Peru, located on the shore of Lake Titicaca. It is the capital city of the eponymous Puno Province and Puno Region; in 2017, it had a population of 135,288. The city was established in 1668 by viceroy Pedro Antonio Fernández de Castro as capital of the province of Paucarcolla with the name San Juan Bautista de Puno. The name was later changed to San Carlos de Puno, in honor of king Charles II of Spain. Puno has several churches dating back from the colonial period; they were built to service the Spanish population and evangelize the Quechua people.
People
Climate
| Population | 510 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,700 ft (3,871 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.8192°, -69.9913° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.1 inches (1,069 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 26.2 inches (67 cm) |
About Chullune
Chullune is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 510. The city sits at an elevation of 12,700 feet (3,871 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,700 ft (3,871 m) |
| Area | 198.0 sq mi (512.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.8192°N, 69.9913°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (127 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 127 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 140 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 153 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in |
Chullune has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 38°F in July to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Chullune
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70802 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70097 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70160 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70726 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70682 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Adventista | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70043 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70620 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pukara | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Uros Chulluni | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San José | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chullune
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coca & Customs Museum | ||||
| Museo Carlos Dreyer | ||||
| Museo Marina de Guerra | ||||
| Museo Wawamarka | ||||
| Yavari |
Libraries in Chullune
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central Universidad nacional del Altiplano | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de documentación Puno | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chullune
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación de Comerciantes San Francisco de Asis | |||||
| Food Booths | |||||
| Mercado BellaVista | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Huata | |||||
| Mercado Laykakota | |||||
| Mercado Niño San Salvador de Alto Puno | |||||
| Mercado Progreso | |||||
| Mercado ropa usada deportiva | |||||
| Mercado ropa usada empieza | |||||
| mercado ropa usada. empieza. viernes? | |||||
| Mercado Unión y Dignidad | |||||
| Mercado Yanacancha | |||||
| Parador turístico artesanal | |||||
| Vírgen de Natividad de Platería |
Hotels in Chullune
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chullune
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chullune
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chullune
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chullune
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chullune
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia adventista de los 7 dias |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chullune?
Chullune has a population of 510 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 198.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chullune?
Chullune has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 26.2 inches of snow.