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San Juan de Chacña, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

San Juan de Chacña is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 593. Elevation: 9,383 ft (2,860 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

Data updated June 2026

593 Population 4/sq mi density
9,383 ft Elevation 2,860 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
82.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population593
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation9,383 ft (2,860 m)
Population593
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation9,383 ft (2,860 m)
Coordinates-13.9240°, -73.1819°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation82.5 inches (2,095 mm)
Annual Snowfall275.8 inches (701 cm)

About San Juan de Chacña

San Juan de Chacña is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 593. The city sits at an elevation of 9,383 feet (2,860 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Juan de Chacña has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 82.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 275.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,383 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below Peru avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,383 ft (2,860 m)
Area148.8 sq mi (385.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-13.9240°N, 73.1819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.5"
117% above Peru avg
Snowfall 275.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.24"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

221 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 141 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 86 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 126 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 139 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 65 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 100 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 70 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 138 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 141 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 139 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 89 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 72 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 142 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 72 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 49 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 55 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 36 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 48 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 38 km
Dec 26, 1999 11 km WSW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.1 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (190 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 190 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 7.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 7.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 7.1 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.0 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 35°F (2°C) 0.5 in
August 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
December 49°F (9°C) 4.2 in Warmest

San Juan de Chacña has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 33°F in January to 49°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in San Juan de Chacña

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 54311 Virgen Del Carmen
Institución Educativa Jorge Basadre Grohman
Institución Educativa No. 54327
Institución Educativa No. 54328
Institución Educativa Francisco Bolognesi Cervantes
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Stadiums & Teams in San Juan de Chacña

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Airports Near San Juan de Chacña

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall 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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Frequently Asked Questions About San Juan de Chacña

What is the population of San Juan de Chacña?

San Juan de Chacña has a population of 593 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan de Chacña?

San Juan de Chacña has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 82.5 inches, with 275.8 inches of snow.

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