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Nueva Santa Cruz, Peru
San Martín Department · Peru
Nueva Santa Cruz is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 501. Elevation: 3,553 ft (1,083 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 501 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,553 ft (1,083 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.8678°, -77.4224° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | San Martín Department |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.6 inches (2,607 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nueva Santa Cruz
Nueva Santa Cruz is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 501. The city sits at an elevation of 3,553 feet (1,083 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,553 ft (1,083 m) |
| Area | 75.6 sq mi (195.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.8678°N, 77.4224°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in |
Nueva Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 51°F in January to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 47.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (2.6").
Schools in Nueva Santa Cruz
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 1034 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 961 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 1022 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 892 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 00009 Tupac Amaru | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 1023 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 00788 San Carlos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 788 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 823 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 00788 San Carlos | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Nueva Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zona Comercial Principal (Mercado) |
Stadiums & Teams in Nueva Santa Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nueva Santa Cruz
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Juan Simons Vela Airport | RIJ | Medium Airport |
| Alao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moyobamba Airport | MBP | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San José de Sisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Nueva Santa Cruz?
Nueva Santa Cruz has a population of 501 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 75.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nueva Santa Cruz?
Nueva Santa Cruz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.6 inches.