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Jorobamba, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Jorobamba is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 544. Elevation: 5,394 ft (1,644 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

544 Population 2/sq mi density
5,394 ft Elevation 1,644 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
178.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population544
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain178.5 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Population544
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Coordinates-5.8529°, -78.6137°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation178.5 inches (4,535 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jorobamba

Jorobamba is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 544. The city sits at an elevation of 5,394 feet (1,644 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 178.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Jorobamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 35°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 5,394 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below Peru avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Area357.0 sq mi (924.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-5.8529°N, 78.6137°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 178.5"
370% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.17"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

75 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 26, 2025.

May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 146 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 141 km
Aug 17, 1992 114 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.3 148 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 102 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 121 km
Feb 9, 2021 61 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.1 150 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 59 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 117 km
Jan 7, 1997 20 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 149 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 88 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 110 km
Dec 27, 1996 17 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 142 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 82 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 122 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 113 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 94 km
Nov 21, 1993 87 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M4.8 121 km
Apr 5, 1991 51 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.8 137 km
Feb 14, 2000 38 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.8 148 km
May 30, 1990 17 km WSW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in
February 69°F (20°C) 3.0 in
March 69°F (20°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
April 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
July 35°F (2°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
December 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in

Jorobamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 35°F in July to 69°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.2") and August the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Jorobamba

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 17208 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17291 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17046 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16680 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16248 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17209 - - - -
Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Gamez - - - -
Institución Educativa 16251 Antonio Pastor Muñoz - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16251 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17228 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17779 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16246 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17219 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17251 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17215 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17207 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16249 - - - -
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Museums in Jorobamba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Hermogenes Mejía Solf

Farmers Markets in Jorobamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
28 de Julio
28 de julio
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Modelo Utcubamba
Mercado Principal
ROBERTO SEGURA

Clinics in Jorobamba

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nueva Esperanza

Stadiums & Teams in Jorobamba

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Airports Near Jorobamba

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda El Valor 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 Jorobamba

What is the population of Jorobamba?

Jorobamba has a population of 544 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 357.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jorobamba?

Jorobamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°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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