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Jayune, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Jayune is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 4,256. Elevation: 13,917 ft (4,242 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,256 Population 5/sq mi density
13,917 ft Elevation 4,242 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population4,256
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days365/yr
Elevation13,917 ft (4,242 m)
Population4,256
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation13,917 ft (4,242 m)
Coordinates-15.5628°, -71.3031°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall80.9 inches (206 cm)

About Jayune

Jayune is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 4,256. The city sits at an elevation of 13,917 feet (4,242 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Jayune has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 365 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 80.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,917 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below Peru avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days365 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,917 ft (4,242 m)
Area787.0 sq mi (2,038.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-15.5628°N, 71.3031°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below Peru avg
Snowfall 80.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.71"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

689 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 131 km
May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 123 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 63 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 67 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 109 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 124 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 63 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 48 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 114 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 120 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 115 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 132 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 124 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 142 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 56 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 123 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 132 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 96 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 102 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sabancaya (64 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 64 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 74 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 93 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 111 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 126 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 154 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 5.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in
May 36°F (2°C) 0.4 in
June 33°F (0°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in
August 33°F (1°C) 0.2 in
September 37°F (3°C) 0.7 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in

Jayune has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 33°F in June to 44°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Jayune

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chivay 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 Jayune

What is the population of Jayune?

Jayune has a population of 4,256 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 787.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jayune?

Jayune has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 365 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 80.9 inches of snow.

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