Huaja, Peru
San Martín Department · Peru
Huaja is a small city in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 14,639. Elevation: 1,270 ft (387 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Huaja
San José de Sisa is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the province El Dorado in the region San Martín.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,639 |
| Population Density | 105 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (387 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.5991°, -76.7379° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | San Martín Department |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.5 inches (1,740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huaja
Huaja is a small city in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 14,639. The city sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet (387 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Huaja
Huaja has an average annual temperature of 22.1°C (72°F). The hottest month is Oct (23.4°C), the coldest is Jun (21.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 756 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (387 m) |
| Area | 139.0 sq mi (359.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 105/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5991°S, 76.7379°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in |
Huaja has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 76°F in June to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 53.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.6") and August the driest (3.1").
Schools in Huaja
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 0377 Bilingue | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 18471 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 0168 Bilingue | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Manuel Seoane Corrales 005 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 0277 Carlos Diaz Reategui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 331 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 0331 Ishichihui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 330 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 764 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 39 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Huaja
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Moyobamba | amazonian cumbia, cumbia amazónica | AAC+ 144 kbps | |
| Radio Karicia | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio San Martín | local news | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Huaja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Chanka |
Farmers Markets in Huaja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Lamas |
Stadiums & Teams in Huaja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huaja
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport | TPP | Medium Airport |
| Juan Simons Vela Airport | RIJ | Medium Airport |
| Juanjui Airport | JJI | Medium Airport |
| Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport | YMS | Medium Airport |
| Alao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chazuta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huallaga Airport | BLP | Small Airport |
| Lamas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moyobamba Airport | MBP | Small Airport |
| Pachiza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Picota Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pucacaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José de Sisa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saposoa Airport | SQU | Small Airport |
| Shapaja Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huaja
What is the population of Huaja?
Huaja has a population of 14,639 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 139.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huaja?
Huaja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 68.5 inches.
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