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Las Pirias, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Las Pirias is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 778. Elevation: 4,121 ft (1,256 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

778 Population 0/sq mi density
4,121 ft Elevation 1,256 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Las Pirias

Las Pirias

Jaén, founded as San Leandro de Jaén and then known as Jerez de la Frontera and finally as Jaén de Bracamoros since April 1549, is a city which is the capital of the Jaén Province in the Cajamarca Region in Peru, located in the high jungle of northern Peru. It is the seat of the Catholic Apostolic Vicariate of St. Francis Xavier, also known as Apostolic Vicariate of Jaén en Peru.

People

Population778
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation4,121 ft (1,256 m)
Population778
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation4,121 ft (1,256 m)
Coordinates-5.6273°, -78.8526°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,179 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Pirias

Las Pirias is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 778. The city sits at an elevation of 4,121 feet (1,256 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Las Pirias has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,121 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above Peru avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,121 ft (1,256 m)
Area20,743.3 sq mi (53,725.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-5.6273°N, 78.8526°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.80"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

66 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Aug 17, 1992 114 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.3 142 km
Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 132 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 101 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 131 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 142 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 29 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 148 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 48 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 121 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 90 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 98 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 62 km
Nov 21, 1993 87 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M4.8 119 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 109 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 61 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 74 km
Feb 28, 2015 80 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M4.6 107 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 111 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 147 km
Jan 8, 2014 16 km NW of Paltashaco, Peru M4.6 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in
February 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in
March 67°F (19°C) 4.7 in
April 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in Wettest
May 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in Coldest
July 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in

Las Pirias has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in June to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Las Pirias

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 16039
Institución Educativa 16040 Mariano Melgar
Institución Educativa No. 16040
Institución Educativa No. 17500
Institución Educativa No. 16018
Institución Educativa No. 16032
Institución Educativa No. 17536
Institución Educativa No. 16058
Institución Educativa No. 17716
Institución Educativa No. 16773
Institución Educativa No. 16807
Institución Educativa No. 16560
Institución Educativa No. 16047
Institución Educativa No. 16038
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Museums in Las Pirias

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Hermogenes Mejía Solf

Farmers Markets in Las Pirias

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
28 de Julio
28 de julio
De todos
Mercado Central
ROBERTO SEGURA

Clinics in Las Pirias

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Las Pirias de Jaen

Stadiums & Teams in Las Pirias

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Las Pirias

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Huancabamba AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
729 m (2,392 ft)
Area
53,725.0 km² (20,737.9 mi²)
Founded
1549
Postal Code
06101

🇵🇪 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 Las Pirias

What is the population of Las Pirias?

Las Pirias has a population of 778 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 20,743.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Pirias?

Las Pirias has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches.

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