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San Joaquín, Peru

Lima region · Peru

San Joaquín is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 260. Elevation: 9,636 ft (2,937 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

260 Population 3/sq mi density
9,636 ft Elevation 2,937 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
58.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About San Joaquín

San Joaquín

San Joaquín is a commune of Chile located in Santiago Province, Santiago Metropolitan Region. It is part of Greater Santiago.

People

Population260
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation9,636 ft (2,937 m)
Population260
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation9,636 ft (2,937 m)
Coordinates-12.2844°, -76.1464°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation58.2 inches (1,477 mm)
Annual Snowfall50.9 inches (129 cm)

About San Joaquín

San Joaquín is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 260. The city sits at an elevation of 9,636 feet (2,937 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Joaquín has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 58.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 50.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,636 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,636 ft (2,937 m)
Area94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-12.2844°N, 76.1464°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.2"
53% above Peru avg
Snowfall 50.9"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.59"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

244 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2007 41 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M8.0 132 km
Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 82 km
Jun 23, 2021 11 km WSW of Mala, Peru M5.9 78 km
Aug 16, 2007 38 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.8 129 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 123 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 66 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 119 km
Oct 1, 1996 19 km SSW of Chilca, Peru M5.6 85 km
Aug 16, 2007 22 km SSW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.6 114 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 142 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 112 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 36 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 79 km
Jun 15, 2009 11 km N of San Clemente, Peru M5.4 142 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 137 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 111 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 56 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 143 km
Aug 16, 2007 55 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.3 144 km
Jun 3, 2014 20 km W of Chilca, Peru M5.2 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 135 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 119 km
2007 S. PERU Earthquake 10.1 m 596 132 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 108 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 106 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 98 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 106 km
1687 S. PERU Earthquake 5,000 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.7 in
February 43°F (6°C) 5.5 in
March 43°F (6°C) 5.6 in Wettest
April 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
May 40°F (4°C) 0.3 in
June 38°F (3°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 38°F (3°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in

San Joaquín has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 38°F in August to 43°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in San Joaquín

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 20707
Institución Educativa No. 20774
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Farmers Markets in San Joaquín

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Yauyos

Clinics in San Joaquín

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puesto de Salud San Joaquín

Stadiums & Teams in San Joaquín

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Airports Near San Joaquín

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Aeroclub Alas del MarSmall Airport
Las Plumas AirportSmall Airport
Lib Mandi Metropolitan AirportSmall Airport
San Bartolo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Joaquín

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San Joaquín
Iglesia San Cristobal de Huáñec

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,198 m (10,493 ft)

🇵🇪 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 San Joaquín

What is the population of San Joaquín?

San Joaquín has a population of 260 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Joaquín?

San Joaquín has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches, with 50.9 inches of snow.

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