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Pelejo, Peru
San Martín Department · Peru
Pelejo is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 968. Elevation: 469 ft (143 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 968 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.2167°, -75.8167° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | San Martín Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 100.5 inches (2,553 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pelejo
Pelejo is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 968. The city sits at an elevation of 469 feet (143 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Area | 1,392.2 sq mi (3,605.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.2167°N, 75.8167°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in |
Pelejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 66°F in January to 81°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 80.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.3") and July the driest (3.7").
Schools in Pelejo
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 0503 Miguel Ruiz Davila | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 524 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Juan Jose Echevarria Sedamano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70 | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Pelejo
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport | TPP | Medium Airport |
| Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport | YMS | Medium Airport |
| Chazuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orellana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Picota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pucacaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shapaja Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pelejo
What is the population of Pelejo?
Pelejo has a population of 968 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,392.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pelejo?
Pelejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.5 inches.