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Colcamar, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Colcamar is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 1,189. Elevation: 7,621 ft (2,323 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,189 Population 20/sq mi density
7,621 ft Elevation 2,323 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
52.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Colcamar

Colcamar

Colcamar is a district of Luya Province in Peru. Colcamar offers several attractive places for tourists like cataracts, ruins of the culture Chachapoya.

People

Population1,189
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation7,621 ft (2,323 m)
Population1,189
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation7,621 ft (2,323 m)
Coordinates-6.3011°, -77.9725°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation52.5 inches (1,332 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Colcamar

Colcamar is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 1,189. The city sits at an elevation of 7,621 feet (2,323 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Colcamar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,621 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above Peru avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,621 ft (2,323 m)
Area59.4 sq mi (153.8 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates-6.3011°N, 77.9725°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.5"
38% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.40"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

164 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 103 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 88 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 98 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 139 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 144 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 111 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 107 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 102 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 99 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 89 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 96 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 86 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 119 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 104 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 110 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 148 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 125 km
Apr 12, 1991 21 km NNE of Rioja, Peru M5.1 108 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 128 km
Jul 6, 2025 53 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in
March 60°F (15°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
August 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.4 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in Warmest
December 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in

Colcamar has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 43°F in January to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Colcamar

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 18100 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18122 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18120 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18119 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18149 - - - -
Institución Educativa Cristobal Benque - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18114 - - - -
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Museums in Colcamar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro de interpretación Fortaleza de Kuelap
Chachapoyas Museum
Museo de Lámud
Museo Etnohistórico Religioso Santa Ana
Museo Jalca Grande
Museum of Sarcophagus of Karajia

Farmers Markets in Colcamar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado de Colcamar

Clinics in Colcamar

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Colcamar

Stadiums & Teams in Colcamar

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Airports Near Colcamar

8 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
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Colcamar

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia católica Colcamar

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,355 m (7,727 ft)
Postal Code
01420

🇵🇪 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 Colcamar

What is the population of Colcamar?

Colcamar has a population of 1,189 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 59.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colcamar?

Colcamar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches.

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