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Mejía, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Mejía is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 683. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 683 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.1018°, -71.9057° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.2 inches (55 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mejía
Mejía is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 683. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 365.8 sq mi (947.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.1018°N, 71.9057°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 134 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chachani, Nevado (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 125 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 143 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 146 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 163 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 182 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in |
Mejía has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 62°F in August to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.2") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mejía
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 40494 Jose Abelardo Quiñones | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Mejía
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura |
Libraries in Mejía
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mejía
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal Cocachacra | |||||
| Mercado San José | |||||
| Mercado Señor de los Milagros | |||||
| Mercado Túpac Amaru | |||||
| Mercado Virgen de Copacabana | |||||
| Supermarket Mejía |
Hotels in Mejía
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mejía
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mejía
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mejía
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Jorge Fernandez Maldon Airport | ILQ | Medium Airport |
| Campamento De Ilo Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Mariano Melgar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mollendo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vitor Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mejía
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Mejía |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mejía
What is the population of Mejía?
Mejía has a population of 683 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 365.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mejía?
Mejía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.2 inches.