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Churuja, Peru
Amazonas · Peru
Churuja is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 248. Elevation: 4,639 ft (1,414 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Churuja
Churuja District is one of twelve districts of the province Bongará in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 248 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,639 ft (1,414 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.0142°, -77.9533° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Amazonas |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 86.3 inches (2,192 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Churuja
Churuja is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 248. The city sits at an elevation of 4,639 feet (1,414 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 341 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,639 ft (1,414 m) |
| Area | 29.2 sq mi (75.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.0142°N, 77.9533°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in |
Churuja has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in August to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.6").
Schools in Churuja
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 18102 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18314 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18099 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18090 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 18186 Tito Y Sofia | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18376 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18189 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18098 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Churuja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Museum | ||||
| Museo de Lámud | ||||
| Museo Etnohistórico Religioso Santa Ana | ||||
| Museum of Sarcophagus of Karajia |
Farmers Markets in Churuja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Distrital de Corosha | |||||
| Mercado Pedro Ruiz II |
Hotels in Churuja
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Churuja
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Churuja
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Churuja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Churuja
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Baguá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda El Valor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Churuja
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San Pablo |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Churuja?
Churuja has a population of 248 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 29.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Churuja?
Churuja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.