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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).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 679 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 14,514 ft (4,424 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.7505°, -76.0119° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.8 inches (1,239 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 239.2 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,514 ft (4,424 m) |
| Area | 146.4 sq mi (379.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.7505°N, 76.0119°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Schools in San José de Andaychagua
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 31763 Andres Avelino Caceres | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in San José de Andaychagua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José de Andaychagua
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lib Mandi Metropolitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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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. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches, with 239.2 inches of snow.