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Congona, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
Congona is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 619. Elevation: 9,928 ft (3,026 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Congona
Celendín is an Andean town in northern Peru, capital of the province of Celendín, in the department of Cajamarca. It is on the road between the city of Cajamarca and the city of Chachapoyas.
People
Climate
| Population | 619 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,928 ft (3,026 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.8359°, -78.2220° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.2 inches (1,199 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Congona
Congona is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 619. The city sits at an elevation of 9,928 feet (3,026 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 341 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,928 ft (3,026 m) |
| Area | 196.3 sq mi (508.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.8359°N, 78.2220°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in |
Congona has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 40°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and August the driest (1.1").
Schools in Congona
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 82947 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cebgpc San Sebastian De Llanguat | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82497 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Alfonso Pelaez Bazan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82441 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cegecom Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82434 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82411 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Iegecom San Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82461 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82410 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 821498 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82397 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82462 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Isidro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 82878 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Congona
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo TV | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Congona
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado ganadero |
Stadiums & Teams in Congona
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Congona
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport | CJA | Medium Airport |
| Celendín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagunas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Congona?
Congona has a population of 619 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 196.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Congona?
Congona has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.