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San José, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

San José is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 1,090. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1,090 Population 321/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
0.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About San José

San José

Camaná is the district capital of the homonymous province, located in the Department of Arequipa, Peru. In 2015, it had an estimate of 39,026 inhabitants.

People

Population1,090
Density321/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain0.8 in/yr
Sunny Days364/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population1,090
Population Density321 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-16.6185°, -72.7367°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation0.8 inches (20 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José

San José is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 1,090. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San José enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 364 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 0.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Peru avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days364 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density321/sq mi
Coordinates-16.6185°N, 72.7367°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 0.8"
98% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.10"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

937 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 25, 2025.

Jun 23, 2001 6 km SSW of Atico, Peru M8.4 104 km
Jul 7, 2001 51 km SW of Punta de Bombón, Peru M7.6 124 km
Apr 3, 1999 6 km SE of Camaná, Peru M6.8 9 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 146 km
Jul 18, 2017 22 km S of Atico, Peru M6.4 98 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 127 km
Jun 23, 2001 56 km SSW of Quilca, Peru M6.1 63 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 89 km
Jun 3, 2003 81 km SSW of Quilca, Peru M6.0 83 km
Jun 23, 2001 61 km S of Atico, Peru M5.9 97 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 144 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 101 km
Jun 23, 2001 44 km SSW of Mollendo, Peru M5.8 106 km
Aug 3, 2000 59 km SSW of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.8 144 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 112 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 143 km
Jun 23, 2001 48 km S of Atico, Peru M5.7 93 km
Jun 8, 1990 44 km S of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.7 144 km
Feb 16, 2016 26 km S of Atico, Peru M5.7 95 km
Jun 25, 2001 73 km SSW of Atico, Peru M5.7 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2001 S. PERU Earthquake 8.8 m 103 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huambo (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 109 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 132 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 137 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 140 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in
July 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in

San José has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 59°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in San José

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 40683 Rolf Laumer
Institución Educativa 40236 Cesar Vallejo
Institución Educativa 40233 Jose Maria Quimper Y Caballero
Institución Educativa No. 40235
Institución Educativa Julio Ernesto Portugal
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Farmers Markets in San José

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central

Restaurants in San José

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Juancito
Monica
Rikarena

Clinics in San José

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Pucchún
Centro de Salud San José
Puesto de Salud Luis F. Cortegana-Huacapuy

Bus Stations in San José

4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #4115239933
PE #4115239934
PE #4115242844
PE #4115242845

Gas Stations in San José

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petroperú

Stadiums & Teams in San José

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San José

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Siguas AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San José

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia San José

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
15 m (49 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 José

What is the population of San José?

San José has a population of 1,090 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 321 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José?

San José enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.8 inches.

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