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Montevideo, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Montevideo is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 619. Elevation: 8,038 ft (2,450 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

619 Population 10/sq mi density
8,038 ft Elevation 2,450 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
52.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Montevideo

Montevideo

Montevideo is the capital and largest city of Uruguay. As of the 2023 census, the city proper has a population of 1,287,452, making up about 36.8% of the country's total population, in an area of 201 square kilometers (78 sq mi). Montevideo is situated on the southern coast of the country, on the northeastern bank of the Río de la Plata.

People

Population619
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation8,038 ft (2,450 m)
Population619
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation8,038 ft (2,450 m)
Coordinates-6.6183°, -77.8232°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation52.5 inches (1,332 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Montevideo

Montevideo is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 619. The city sits at an elevation of 8,038 feet (2,450 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Montevideo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 52.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,038 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below Peru avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,038 ft (2,450 m)
Area59.4 sq mi (153.8 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-6.6183°N, 77.8232°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.5"
38% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

145 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 M7.1 107 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 94 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 100 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 75 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 109 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 88 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 102 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 98 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 105 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 87 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 108 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 140 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 138 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 107 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 118 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 128 km
Feb 9, 2021 61 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.1 142 km
Jul 6, 2025 53 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 149 km
Apr 6, 1991 2 km WSW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 112 km
Apr 12, 1991 21 km NNE of Rioja, Peru M5.1 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 5.2 in
March 56°F (13°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
July 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
August 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 5.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in Warmest
December 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in

Montevideo has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 43°F in January to 57°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Montevideo

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 18049
Institución Educativa 18187 Octavia Rosa Oyarce
Institución Educativa San Ildefonso
Institución Educativa No. 18065
Institución Educativa No. 18191
Institución Educativa Santo Tomas
Institución Educativa No. 18371
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Museums in Montevideo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro de interpretación Fortaleza de Kuelap
Leymebamba Museum
Museo Jalca Grande

Libraries in Montevideo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Casa de la cultura Elisabeth Gehrer0.0

Farmers Markets in Montevideo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Yerbabuena

Airports Near Montevideo

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Juan Simons Vela AirportRIJMedium Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,421 m (7,943 ft)
Postal Code
01460

🇵🇪 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 Montevideo

What is the population of Montevideo?

Montevideo has a population of 619 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 59.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Montevideo?

Montevideo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches.

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