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San José, Peru
Puno · Peru
San José is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 1,258. Elevation: 13,386 ft (4,080 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,258 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,386 ft (4,080 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.6820°, -70.1591° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.3 inches (1,227 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 210.5 inches (535 cm) |
About San José
San José is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 1,258. The city sits at an elevation of 13,386 feet (4,080 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,386 ft (4,080 m) |
| Area | 206.0 sq mi (533.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.6820°N, 70.1591°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 40°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 42°F (6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
San José has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 37°F in January to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in San José
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 72086 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72018 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72065 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72098 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72008 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Jose | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72058 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72685 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72704 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Sollocota | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72759 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72617 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72649 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72688 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72120 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72515 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in San José
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Asillo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal PEDRO VILCAPAZA | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Santa Rosa | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa II |
Clinics in San José
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San José
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| San Rafael Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San José
What is the population of San José?
San José has a population of 1,258 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 206.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José?
San José has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches, with 210.5 inches of snow.