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Jauja, Peru
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Jauja is a small city in Junin, Peru with a population of 21,057. Elevation: 11,089 ft (3,380 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
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About Jauja
Jauja is a city and capital of Jauja Province in Peru. It is situated in the fertile Mantaro Valley, 45 kilometres (28 mi) to the northwest of Huancayo, at an altitude of 3,400 metres (11,200 ft). Its population in 2015 was 15,432.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,057 |
| Population Density | 3,265 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,089 ft (3,380 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.7758°, -75.4966° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.4 inches (1,711 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 51.7 inches (131 cm) |
About Jauja
Jauja is a small city in Peru (Junin) with a population of 21,057. The city sits at an elevation of 11,089 feet (3,380 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Jauja
Jauja has an average annual temperature of 7.2°C (45°F). The hottest month is Oct (8.1°C), the coldest is Jul (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 280 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,089 ft (3,380 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,265/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.7758°N, 75.4966°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 4.3 in |
Jauja has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 39°F in January to 51°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Jauja
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Regional de Desarrollo de Sierra Fundo San Juan de Yanamuclo | University | — | — |
| Instituto Superior Tecnológico Sausa | College | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional del centro del Perú | University | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional del Centro del Peru | University | — | — |
Schools in Jauja
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 31555 Ernesto Bonilla Del Valle | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Sagrado Corazon de Jesús Centenario | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Educacion Especial | — | — | — | — |
| I.S.T. Pedro Monge Córdova | — | — | — | — |
| I.E.I. Juan Máximo Villar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Vicente de Paúl | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31512 Glorioso 500 Virtual | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Agustin | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora Del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo - Aduni | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Ignacio De Recalde | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jauja - Innova | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Juan Maximo Villar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Berthol Brecht | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31597 Horacio Zevallos Gamez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Virgen Del Rosario | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Niño Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Francisco Bolognesi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30487 Divino Maestro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Honores De Prisma | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mi Pequeño Mundo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30486 Nuestra Señora De Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30484 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ricardo Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Pedro Monge Cordova | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Vicente De Paul | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Francisco Carle Casset | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pitagoras | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Jauja
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Jauja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Tunanmarca |
Farmers Markets in Jauja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mercado de San Jeronimo | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción |
Hotels in Jauja
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jauja
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jauja
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Jauja
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Jauja
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Jauja
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jauja
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jauja
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jauja
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jauja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jauja
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Jauja
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| San Agustin de Cajas | ||
| Sicaya |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jauja
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla El Carmen | |
| Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints | |
| Iglesia Cristo Pobre | |
| Iglesia Matriz de Jauja | |
| Roca Eterna |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Jauja
What is the population of Jauja?
Jauja has a population of 21,057 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3,265 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jauja?
Jauja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.