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La Florida, Peru

San Martín Department · Peru

La Florida is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 768. Elevation: 3,081 ft (939 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

768 Population 10/sq mi density
3,081 ft Elevation 939 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
102.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About La Florida

La Florida

Nueva Cajamarca es una localidad peruana, capital del distrito homónimo, en la provincia de Rioja, departamento de San Martín. Pese a ser una ciudad recientemente fundada, es de las que mayor crecimiento económico presenta en el departamento.

People

Population768
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain102.6 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation3,081 ft (939 m)
Population768
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation3,081 ft (939 m)
Coordinates-5.9490°, -77.3416°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceSan Martín Department
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation102.6 inches (2,607 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Florida

La Florida is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 768. The city sits at an elevation of 3,081 feet (939 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

La Florida experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 102.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,081 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below Peru avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,081 ft (939 m)
Area75.6 sq mi (195.8 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-5.9490°N, 77.3416°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 102.6"
170% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.59"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

218 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 28 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 15 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 25 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 60 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 99 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 33 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 60 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 25 km
Feb 12, 1995 15 km N of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.6 138 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 26 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 16 km
Oct 25, 2012 5 km ESE of Yurimaguas, Peru M5.4 140 km
May 7, 2020 47 km NE of Moyobamba, Peru M5.3 77 km
Aug 6, 2002 58 km S of Barranca, Peru M5.3 104 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 25 km
Jun 26, 2010 63 km WNW of Barranca, Peru M5.2 141 km
Jul 25, 2011 57 km S of Barranca, Peru M5.2 105 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 129 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 39 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 4.0 in
March 69°F (20°C) 5.6 in Wettest
April 69°F (21°C) 5.1 in
May 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in
July 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in
August 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in Driest
September 69°F (20°C) 3.5 in
October 69°F (21°C) 4.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Warmest
December 69°F (21°C) 3.8 in

La Florida has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 51°F in January to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 47.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (2.6").

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Schools in La Florida

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 899
Institución Educativa No. 909
Institución Educativa No. 150
Institución Educativa 00842 - La Primavera
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Farmers Markets in La Florida

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Zona Comercial Principal (Mercado)

Stadiums & Teams in La Florida

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Airports Near La Florida

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Juan Simons Vela AirportRIJMedium Airport
Alao AirportSmall Airport
Moyobamba AirportMBPSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San José de Sisa AirportSmall Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
869 m (2,851 ft)
Postal Code
22845

🇵🇪 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 La Florida

What is the population of La Florida?

La Florida has a population of 768 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 75.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Florida?

La Florida has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.6 inches.

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