San José de Andaychagua, Peru

Junin · Peru

San José de Andaychagua is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 679. Elevation: 14,514 ft (4,424 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

679 Population 5/sq mi density
14,514 ft Elevation 4,424 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
48.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population679
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation14,514 ft (4,424 m)
Population679
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation14,514 ft (4,424 m)
Coordinates-11.7505°, -76.0119°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,239 mm)
Annual Snowfall239.2 inches (607 cm)

About San José de Andaychagua

San José de Andaychagua is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 679. The city sits at an elevation of 14,514 feet (4,424 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San José de Andaychagua experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 239.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,514 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below Peru avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)

Geography

Elevation14,514 ft (4,424 m)
Area146.4 sq mi (379.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates11.7505°S, 76.0119°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.8"
28% above Peru avg
Snowfall 239.2"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

193 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 58 km
Jun 23, 2021 11 km WSW of Mala, Peru M5.9 131 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 125 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 63 km
Oct 1, 1996 19 km SSW of Chilca, Peru M5.6 135 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 129 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 145 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 97 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 117 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 92 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 131 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 47 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 134 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 101 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 131 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 76 km
Jun 3, 2014 20 km W of Chilca, Peru M5.2 131 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 118 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 150 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

6 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 89 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 132 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 122 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m - 125 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown - 5 111 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake - - 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 5.3 in Warmest
February 40°F (5°C) 6.3 in Wettest
March 40°F (5°C) 6.2 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in
May 38°F (3°C) 0.8 in
June 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in
August 36°F (2°C) 0.6 in Coldest
September 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
October 38°F (4°C) 3.1 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
December 40°F (4°C) 4.5 in

San José de Andaychagua has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 36°F in August to 54°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in San José de Andaychagua

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 31763 Andres Avelino Caceres - - - -
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Airports Near San José de Andaychagua

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport-Small Airport
Lib Mandi Metropolitan Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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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What is the population of San José de Andaychagua?

San José de Andaychagua has a population of 679 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 146.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José de Andaychagua?

San José de Andaychagua has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches, with 239.2 inches of snow.

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