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Quinjalca, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Quinjalca is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 143. Elevation: 10,354 ft (3,156 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

143 Population 2/sq mi density
10,354 ft Elevation 3,156 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
102.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Quinjalca

Quinjalca District is one of twenty-one districts of the province Chachapoyas in Peru.

People

Population143
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain102.6 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation10,354 ft (3,156 m)
Population143
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation10,354 ft (3,156 m)
Coordinates-6.0922°, -77.6781°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation102.6 inches (2,607 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Quinjalca

Quinjalca is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 143. The city sits at an elevation of 10,354 feet (3,156 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.

Quinjalca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 102.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,354 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below Peru avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,354 ft (3,156 m)
Area59.4 sq mi (153.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-6.0922°N, 77.6781°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 102.6"
170% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.98"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

194 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 66 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 50 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 61 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 99 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 113 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 136 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 70 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 77 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 62 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 60 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 49 km
May 7, 2020 47 km NE of Moyobamba, Peru M5.3 118 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 52 km
Aug 6, 2002 58 km S of Barranca, Peru M5.3 143 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 67 km
Jul 25, 2011 57 km S of Barranca, Peru M5.2 144 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 79 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 137 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 75 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
March 57°F (14°C) 6.0 in Wettest
April 58°F (14°C) 4.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 56°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
August 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
October 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
November 58°F (15°C) 4.3 in Warmest
December 58°F (15°C) 3.6 in

Quinjalca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 51°F in January to 58°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and August the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Quinjalca

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 18071
Institución Educativa No. 18072
Institución Educativa No. 18365
Institución Educativa No. 18068
Institución Educativa No. 18234
Institución Educativa No. 18300
Institución Educativa No. 18020
Institución Educativa No. 18073
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Museums in Quinjalca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chachapoyas Museum
Museo Etnohistórico Religioso Santa Ana

Farmers Markets in Quinjalca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central

Stadiums & Teams in Quinjalca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Quinjalca

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Juan Simons Vela AirportRIJMedium Airport
Moyobamba AirportMBPSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,151 m (10,338 ft)
Postal Code
01210

🇵🇪 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 Quinjalca

What is the population of Quinjalca?

Quinjalca has a population of 143 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 59.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quinjalca?

Quinjalca 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.

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