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Niepos, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Niepos is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 638. Elevation: 8,041 ft (2,451 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

638 Population 3/sq mi density
8,041 ft Elevation 2,451 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
172.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population638
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain172.0 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation8,041 ft (2,451 m)
Population638
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation8,041 ft (2,451 m)
Coordinates-6.9275°, -79.1290°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation172.0 inches (4,369 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Niepos

Niepos is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 638. The city sits at an elevation of 8,041 feet (2,451 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 172.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Niepos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 172.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,041 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average82.8°F
53% above Peru avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,041 ft (2,451 m)
Area211.5 sq mi (547.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-6.9275°N, 79.1290°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 172.0"
353% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.83"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Feb 24, 2007 63 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M6.3 150 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 143 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 80 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 111 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 110 km
Jan 9, 2024 59 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.9 148 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 66 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 143 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 105 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 48 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 112 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 106 km
Apr 14, 2012 12 km WSW of Moche, Peru M4.6 145 km
Apr 7, 2013 37 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.6 131 km
Jan 16, 2016 60 km SW of Pacasmayo, Peru M4.6 132 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 111 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 62 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 83 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 108 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
February 60°F (15°C) 3.8 in
March 60°F (15°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
May 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in
July 83°F (29°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in Coldest
September 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
November 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in

Niepos has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 57°F in August to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Niepos

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 82762
Institución Educativa No. 821251
Institución Educativa No. 82820
Institución Educativa No. 821556
Institución Educativa Victor Andres Belaunde
Institución Educativa No. 82828
Institución Educativa No. 82819
Institución Educativa No. 82763
Institución Educativa Francisco Bolognesi
Institución Educativa No. 821305
Institución Educativa No. 82825
Institución Educativa No. 82761
Institución Educativa No. 82764
Institución Educativa San Juan De Dios
Institución Educativa No. 82827
Institución Educativa No. 82818
Institución Educativa No. 821304
Institución Educativa No. 821047
Institución Educativa No. 82845
Institución Educativa No. 821306
Institución Educativa El Palmito
Institución Educativa No. 82921
Institución Educativa Doce De Octubre
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Radio Stations near Niepos

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Los Angeles - Chepen variety MP3 320 kbps

Farmers Markets in Niepos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadillo Pan de Azúcar

Clinics in Niepos

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Niepos

Stadiums & Teams in Niepos

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Airports Near Niepos

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International AirportCIXLarge Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Luya AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pacasmayo 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 Niepos

What is the population of Niepos?

Niepos has a population of 638 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 211.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Niepos?

Niepos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 172.0 inches.

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