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Rioja, Peru
San Martín Department · Peru
Rioja is a small city in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 25,057. Elevation: 2,726 ft (831 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rioja
Rioja is the capital of Rioja Province in the San Martín Region in northern Peru. It is situated to the west of Moyobamba. There are 24,263 inhabitants according to the 2007 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,057 |
| Population Density | 253 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,726 ft (831 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.0568°, -77.1665° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | San Martín Department |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.4 inches (1,687 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rioja
Rioja is a small city in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 25,057. The city sits at an elevation of 2,726 feet (831 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Rioja
Rioja has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1102 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,726 ft (831 m) |
| Area | 99.1 sq mi (256.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 253/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.0568°N, 77.1665°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in |
Rioja has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 66°F in January to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 56.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (2.8").
Schools in Rioja
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 3 | - | - | - | - |
| School Field | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 00537 Matilde Del Aguila Velasquez | - | - | - | - |
| Rioja | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 904 | - | - | - | - |
| John A Mackay | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 00624 Juan Daniel Del Aguila Velasquez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 01138 Jose Carlos Mariategui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Antonio De Padua | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 801 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Abilia Ocampo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 171 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 00536 Manuel Segundo Del Aguila Velasquez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 744 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santo Toribio | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Alto Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 00654 Lucila Portocarrero R. | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 00813 Juan Grimaldo Cahuaza Malapi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 957 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 28 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 812 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rioja
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Moyobamba | amazonian cumbia, cumbia amazónica | AAC+ 144 kbps | |
| Radio San Martín | local news | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Libraries in Rioja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Moyobamba | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rioja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Plaza | |||||
| Mamá Bashita | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Zonal Ayaymama | |||||
| Moshoqueque | |||||
| Zona Comercial Principal (Mercado) |
Clinics in Rioja
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rioja
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rioja
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rioja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rioja
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Juan Simons Vela Airport | RIJ | Medium Airport |
| Alao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lamas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moyobamba Airport | MBP | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José de Sisa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rioja
What is the population of Rioja?
Rioja has a population of 25,057 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 253 people per square mile, spread across 99.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rioja?
Rioja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.4 inches.