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Quispe, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Quispe is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 734. Elevation: 5,335 ft (1,626 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

734 Population 25/sq mi density
5,335 ft Elevation 1,626 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
178.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Quispe

Quispe is a common Quechua surname and, more rarely, given name. The word means "free".

People

Population734
Density25/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain178.5 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation5,335 ft (1,626 m)
Population734
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation5,335 ft (1,626 m)
Coordinates-6.2104°, -78.2860°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
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 Quispe

Quispe is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 734. The city sits at an elevation of 5,335 feet (1,626 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.

Quispe 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 5,335 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

Elevation5,335 ft (1,626 m)
Area29.2 sq mi (75.7 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates-6.2104°N, 78.2860°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 178.5"
370% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

121 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 26, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 134 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 119 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 129 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 150 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 128 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 138 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 138 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 130 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 128 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 114 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 119 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 149 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 145 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 135 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 143 km
Apr 12, 1991 21 km NNE of Rioja, Peru M5.1 137 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 129 km
Feb 9, 2021 61 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.1 137 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 128 km
Apr 6, 1991 2 km WSW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
February 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
July 35°F (2°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
December 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in

Quispe has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 35°F in July to 65°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Quispe

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Miguel Grau - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18121 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18270 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18125 - - - -
Institución Educativa Cesar Alcides De La Cruz Delgado - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18436 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18303 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18414 - - - -
Institución Educativa Braulio De Camporredondo - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18115 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18116 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18301 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18157 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18381 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18128 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18402 - - - -
Institución Educativa San Simon - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18151 - - - -
Institución Educativa Alfonso Barrantes Lingan - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18261 - - - -
Institución Educativa Mario Vargas Llosa - - - -
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Clinics in Quispe

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Camporredondo
Ocalli

Airports Near Quispe

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá Airport-Small Airport
Celendín Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda El Valor Airport-Small Airport
Lagunas Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
1,867 m (6,126 ft)
Postal Code
01545

🇵🇪 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 Quispe

What is the population of Quispe?

Quispe has a population of 734 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 29.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quispe?

Quispe 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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