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La Joya, Peru
Madre de Dios · Peru
La Joya is a small town in Madre de Dios, Peru with a population of 545. Elevation: 709 ft (216 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Joya
Puerto Maldonado is a city in southeastern Peru in the Amazon rainforest 55 kilometres (34 mi) west of the Bolivian border, located at the confluence of the Tambopata and Madre de Dios rivers. The latter river joins the Madeira River as a tributary of the Amazon. This city is the capital of the Department of Madre de Dios.
People
Climate
| Population | 545 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.6165°, -69.2263° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Madre de Dios |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.6 inches (2,224 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Joya
La Joya is a small town in Peru (Madre de Dios) with a population of 545. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet (216 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 1,175.4 sq mi (3,044.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.6165°N, 69.2263°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in |
La Joya has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in June to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 87.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.2") and June the driest (2.4").
Schools in La Joya
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 52065 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52021 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52026 El Castañal | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52028 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52067 Loero | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52037 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in La Joya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Internacional Iberia | |||||
| José Aldanís | |||||
| Licoreria la MUYUNA | |||||
| Mercado de Puerto Maldonado | |||||
| Mercado Mil Ofertas |
Hotels in La Joya
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Joya
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Joya
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Joya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Joya
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Padre Aldamiz International Airport | PEM | Medium Airport |
| Chive Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagarto Nuevo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Maria de Fatima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shiringayoc Airport | SYC | Small Airport |
| Shiringayoc/Hacienda Hda Mejia Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Joya?
La Joya has a population of 545 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,175.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Joya?
La Joya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.6 inches.