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Picota, Peru
San Martín Department · Peru
Picota is a small city in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 6,697. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Picota
Picota is a town in Northern Peru, capital of the province Picota in the region San Martín. There were 7,941 inhabitants, according to the 2007 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,697 |
| Population Density | 74 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.9203°, -76.3314° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | San Martín Department |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.7 inches (2,760 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Picota
Picota is a small city in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 6,697. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet (223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Area | 90.8 sq mi (235.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 74/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.9203°N, 76.3314°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in |
Picota has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 67°F in January to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.4") and July the driest (2.4").
Schools in Picota
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 120 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 119 | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Pedagogico Publico De Picota | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 0118 Merritt P. Broady | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 00015 Mauricio Garrigou | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 0662 Adolfo Paredes Rengifo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Alberto Leveau Garcia | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Picota
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Moyobamba | amazonian cumbia, cumbia amazónica | AAC+ 144 kbps | |
| Radio Karicia | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio San Martín | local news | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Clinics in Picota
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Picota
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Picota
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Picota
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport | TPP | Medium Airport |
| Juanjui Airport | JJI | Medium Airport |
| Alao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chazuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huallaga Airport | BLP | Small Airport |
| Lamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pachiza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Picota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pucacaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San José de Sisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saposoa Airport | SQU | Small Airport |
| Shapaja Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Picota
What is the population of Picota?
Picota has a population of 6,697 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 90.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Picota?
Picota enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.7 inches.