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Jamalca, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Jamalca is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 924. Elevation: 3,353 ft (1,022 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

924 Population 1/sq mi density
3,353 ft Elevation 1,022 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
178.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population924
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain178.5 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation3,353 ft (1,022 m)
Population924
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,353 ft (1,022 m)
Coordinates-5.8672°, -78.2617°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation178.5 inches (4,535 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jamalca

Jamalca is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 924. The city sits at an elevation of 3,353 feet (1,022 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 178.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Jamalca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 178.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,353 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below Peru avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,353 ft (1,022 m)
Area921.3 sq mi (2,386.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-5.8672°N, 78.2617°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 178.5"
370% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.30"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 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 M7.1 130 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 115 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 127 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 148 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 118 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 135 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 146 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 127 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 102 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 126 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 120 km
Aug 17, 1992 114 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.3 135 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 133 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 134 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 131 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 142 km
Apr 12, 1991 21 km NNE of Rioja, Peru M5.1 130 km
Jul 6, 2025 53 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 143 km
Feb 9, 2021 61 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.1 114 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in
March 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Warmest
May 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
July 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in
August 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Driest
September 69°F (20°C) 2.5 in
October 69°F (20°C) 3.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in

Jamalca has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 36°F in January to 70°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Jamalca

34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 16261 Indoamerica - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17788 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17797 - - - -
Institución Educativa Ricardo Palma - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17325 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16255 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17814 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17315 - - - -
Institución Educativa 17830 Maria Montessori - - - -
Institución Educativa 17035 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16685 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17794 - - - -
Institución Educativa 17043 Oscar Altamirano Quispe - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16795 - - - -
Institución Educativa Julio Ponce Antunez De Mayolo - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16230 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16794 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17783 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17246 - - - -
Institución Educativa 16667 Señor De Los Milagros - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17069 - - - -
Institución Educativa 17044 Daniel Alcides Carrion - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17455 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17303 - - - -
Institución Educativa 17061 Santa Rita De Los Angeles - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16959 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17456 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17772 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17311 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16257 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17807 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16609 - - - -
Institución Educativa 17843 Santos Enrique Izquierdo Suarez - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17077 - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Jamalca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Modelo Utcubamba

Restaurants in Jamalca

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Las Brisas

Stadiums & Teams in Jamalca

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Airports Near Jamalca

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda El Valor Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Jamalca

What is the population of Jamalca?

Jamalca has a population of 924 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 921.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jamalca?

Jamalca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 178.5 inches.

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