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Pión, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Pión is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 471. Elevation: 6,391 ft (1,948 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

471 Population 1/sq mi density
6,391 ft Elevation 1,948 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
178.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population471
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain178.5 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation6,391 ft (1,948 m)
Population471
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,391 ft (1,948 m)
Coordinates-6.1622°, -78.4828°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation178.5 inches (4,535 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pión

Pión is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 471. The city sits at an elevation of 6,391 feet (1,948 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 178.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Pión has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 178.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,391 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below Peru avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,391 ft (1,948 m)
Area357.0 sq mi (924.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-6.1622°N, 78.4828°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 178.5"
370% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.02"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

81 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 26, 2025.

May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 140 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 142 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 132 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 149 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 140 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 136 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 127 km
Apr 5, 1991 22 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.0 146 km
Apr 7, 1991 2 km WNW of Rioja, Peru M5.0 144 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 96 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 104 km
May 4, 1991 5 km W of Soritor, Peru M5.0 147 km
Dec 27, 1996 17 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 133 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 119 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 86 km
Jan 7, 1997 20 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 141 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 125 km
Apr 5, 1991 51 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.8 137 km
Nov 21, 1993 87 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M4.8 147 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
February 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
March 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
May 67°F (19°C) 2.3 in
June 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
July 35°F (2°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
September 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in

Pión has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 35°F in July to 68°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Pión

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 17710
Institución Educativa No. 10532
Institución Educativa No. 10533
Institución Educativa Jose Manuel Osores
Institución Educativa No. 17435
Institución Educativa No. 17436
Institución Educativa No. 101010
Institución Educativa No. 101025
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Airports Near Pión

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco 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 Pión

What is the population of Pión?

Pión has a population of 471 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 357.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pión?

Pión has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 178.5 inches.

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