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Pimpingos, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Pimpingos is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 570. Elevation: 5,732 ft (1,747 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

570 Population 0/sq mi density
5,732 ft Elevation 1,747 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
41.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population570
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation5,732 ft (1,747 m)
Population570
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation5,732 ft (1,747 m)
Coordinates-6.0620°, -78.7583°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation41.6 inches (1,056 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pimpingos

Pimpingos is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 570. The city sits at an elevation of 5,732 feet (1,747 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pimpingos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 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 41.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,732 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below Peru avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,732 ft (1,747 m)
Area20,743.3 sq mi (53,725.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-6.0620°N, 78.7583°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
9% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.40"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 130 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 148 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 133 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 78 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 133 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 137 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 61 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 98 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 138 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 92 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 139 km
Nov 21, 1993 87 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M4.8 150 km
May 30, 1990 17 km WSW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 148 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 137 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 64 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 135 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 72 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 105 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 114 km
Oct 7, 1998 74 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
March 68°F (20°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
May 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
July 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in
August 65°F (19°C) 1.1 in Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
November 67°F (20°C) 2.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in

Pimpingos has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 44°F in January to 68°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.4") and August the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Pimpingos

35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 17009
Institución Educativa No. 16415
Institución Educativa Manuel Gonzales Prada
Institución Educativa No. 16426
Institución Educativa No. 16424
Institución Educativa Jorge Chavez
Institución Educativa No. 16949
Institución Educativa No. 16701
Institución Educativa No. 16416
Institución Educativa No. 16430
Institución Educativa No. 16621
Institución Educativa No. 16419
Institución Educativa No. 16392
Institución Educativa No. 17006
Institución Educativa No. 821623
Institución Educativa No. 16960
Institución Educativa Willy H. Castro Malarin
Institución Educativa No. 16418
Institución Educativa No. 16670
Institución Educativa No. 16413
Institución Educativa No. 17438
Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa No. 17014
Institución Educativa No. 16959
Institución Educativa No. 16410
Institución Educativa San Pedro
Institución Educativa No. 16422
Institución Educativa No. 16620
Institución Educativa No. 18003
Institución Educativa No. 16428
Institución Educativa No. 16997
Institución Educativa No. 17001
Institución Educativa No. 16427
Institución Educativa No. 16417
Institución Educativa No. 18002
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Clinics in Pimpingos

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pimpingos

Airports Near Pimpingos

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor 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 Pimpingos

What is the population of Pimpingos?

Pimpingos has a population of 570 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 20,743.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pimpingos?

Pimpingos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches.

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