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Moyobamba, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Moyobamba is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 596. Elevation: 10,515 ft (3,205 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Moyobamba
Moyobamba or Muyupampa, also called "Santiago of eight valleys of Moyobamba" or "Maynas capital", is the capital city of the San Martín Region in northern Peru. There are 50,073 inhabitants, according to the 2017 census. Some 3,500 species of orchids are native to the area, which has led to another of the city's nicknames, The City of Orchids. The city is the capital of both Moyobamba Province and Moyobamba District.
People
Climate
| Population | 596 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,515 ft (3,205 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.3760°, -73.8933° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,134 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 109.8 inches (279 cm) |
About Moyobamba
Moyobamba is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 596. The city sits at an elevation of 10,515 feet (3,205 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.7°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,515 ft (3,205 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3760°N, 73.8933°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
Moyobamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 39°F in January to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Moyobamba
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 24403 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24120 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24087 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mayobamba | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 24353 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Moyobamba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado De Andamarca |
Airports Near Moyobamba
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andahuaylas Airport | ANS | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Moyobamba?
Moyobamba has a population of 596 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 365.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Moyobamba?
Moyobamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 109.8 inches of snow.