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Junín, Peru
Junin · Peru
Junín is a small city in Junin, Peru with a population of 15,320. Elevation: 13,507 ft (4,117 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).
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About Junín
Junín is a city in Central Peru, capital of the Junín Province in the Department of Junín. It is located on the southern shore of Lake Junín, at an elevation of 4,107 m (13,474 ft). It was founded as Town of Kings in 1539 and elevated to city level by the Law No. 9834, on October 27, 1943, during the presidency of Manuel Prado Ugarteche.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,320 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,507 ft (4,117 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.1590°, -75.9930° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 30°F (-1°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (945 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 59.5 inches (151 cm) |
About Junín
Junín is a small city in Peru (Junin) with a population of 15,320. The city sits at an elevation of 13,507 feet (4,117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 30°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 28°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Junín
Junín has an average annual temperature of 6.6°C (44°F). The hottest month is Oct (7.3°C), the coldest is Jul (5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 160 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 30.0°F |
| 44% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,507 ft (4,117 m) |
| Area | 420.4 sq mi (1,088.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.1590°N, 75.9930°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 59 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 40°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| July | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 44°F (6°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
Junín has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 28°F in July to 44°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.4") and June the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Junín
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Pedagogico Humberto Yauri Martinez | College | — | — |
| San Ignacio de Loyola | College | — | — |
Schools in Junín
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 30585 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31601 San Ignacio Loyola | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30584 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30586 San Francisco de Uco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cped - San Francisco de Uco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30570 Coronel José Andrés Rázuri | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Seis de Agosto | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30571 Seis de Agosto | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30572 Crnl. Francisco Bolognesi Cervantes | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30587 San Cristobal | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa La Victoria de Junín | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Libertador Simón Bolívar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa María Auxiliadora | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31514 Vencedores de Junín | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Junín
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Modelo de Junín |
Hotels in Junín
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Junín
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Junín
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Junín
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Junín
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Junín
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Junín
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Junín
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita Señor del Caminante | |
| Iglesia San Ignasio de Loyola | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Junín
What is the population of Junín?
Junín has a population of 15,320 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 420.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Junín?
Junín has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 28°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches, with 59.5 inches of snow.