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Magdalena, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Magdalena is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 1,846. Elevation: 4,646 ft (1,416 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

1,846 Population 12/sq mi density
4,646 ft Elevation 1,416 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
108.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Magdalena

Magdalena

Huana Huana es un caserío perteneciente al distrito de Magdalena, provincia de Cajamarca, en el Perú. Se ubica a los 1100 metros de altitud y se encuentra entre los meridianos 78°34′ y 78°36° de longitud oeste y los paralelos 7°21′ y 7°23° de latitud sur.

People

Population1,846
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain108.8 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation4,646 ft (1,416 m)
Population1,846
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation4,646 ft (1,416 m)
Coordinates-7.2506°, -78.6593°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation108.8 inches (2,764 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Magdalena

Magdalena is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 1,846. The city sits at an elevation of 4,646 feet (1,416 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Magdalena experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 108.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,646 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Peru avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,646 ft (1,416 m)
Area151.5 sq mi (392.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-7.2506°N, 78.6593°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.8"
186% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 85 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 87 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 145 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 120 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 128 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 141 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 128 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 103 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 137 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 125 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 113 km
Apr 14, 2012 12 km WSW of Moche, Peru M4.6 120 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 74 km
Jan 27, 2007 8 km W of Victor Raul, Peru M4.6 130 km
Apr 7, 2013 37 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.6 132 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 146 km
Mar 4, 1991 13 km NNW of Parcoy, Peru M4.5 144 km
Sep 12, 2024 9 km NE of Mollepata, Peru M4.5 128 km
Nov 9, 1994 17 km ESE of Huamachuco, Peru M4.5 106 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
March 58°F (14°C) 4.8 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
June 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in
July 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
November 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
December 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in Warmest

Magdalena has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 52°F in January to 58°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Magdalena

33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 82590
Institución Educativa No. 821069
Institución Educativa Paltapampa
Institución Educativa No. 821011
Institución Educativa No. 82596
Institución Educativa No. 82599
Institución Educativa No. 82536
Institución Educativa No. 821505
Institución Educativa No. 82208
Institución Educativa No. 82147
Institución Educativa No. 82584
Institución Educativa No. 82103
Institución Educativa No. 82583
Institución Educativa No. 821360
Institución Educativa No. 821041
Santa Maria Magdalena
I.E. 82070
Institución Educativa No. 82071
Institución Educativa Casaden
Institución Educativa No. 821347
Institución Educativa No. 82589
Institución Educativa No. 82070
Institución Educativa Santa Maria Magdalena
Institución Educativa No. 821378
Institución Educativa No. 82576
Institución Educativa No. 82738
Institución Educativa No. 82209
Institución Educativa No. 82072
Institución Educativa Cumbico
Institución Educativa No. 821241
Institución Educativa No. 821279
Institución Educativa No. 82116 San Cristobal
Institución Educativa San Nicolas
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Radio Stations near Magdalena

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Stereo TV peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Magdalena

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeologic Museum
Medical Museum
Museo Arqueologico UNC
Museo Belen
Museo de Arte Religioso Convento de San Francisco
Nueva Acrópolis - Cajamarca

Libraries in Magdalena

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca UNC0.0
Biblioteca UNC0.0

Farmers Markets in Magdalena

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Campo Ferial Iscoconga
CC San Antonio
Centro de Abastos Atahualpa
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado San Antonio
Mercado San Sebastián
Streetfood
Streetfood

Gas Stations in Magdalena

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación de servicio Magdalena
PE #2957257721
PE #3630269943

Stadiums & Teams in Magdalena

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Airports Near Magdalena

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Casa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall 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 Magdalena

What is the population of Magdalena?

Magdalena has a population of 1,846 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Magdalena?

Magdalena has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.8 inches.

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