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San Juan de Cutervo, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

San Juan de Cutervo is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 487. Elevation: 5,364 ft (1,635 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

487 Population 3/sq mi density
5,364 ft Elevation 1,635 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
178.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population487
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain178.5 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Population487
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Coordinates-6.1634°, -78.5979°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation178.5 inches (4,535 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Juan de Cutervo

San Juan de Cutervo is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 487. The city sits at an elevation of 5,364 feet (1,635 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 178.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Juan de Cutervo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 178.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,364 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below Peru avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Area151.5 sq mi (392.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-6.1634°N, 78.5979°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 178.5"
370% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.60"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

68 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 148 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 145 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 144 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 132 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 148 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 117 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 92 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 132 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 114 km
Dec 27, 1996 17 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 145 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 73 km
Apr 5, 1991 51 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.8 148 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 113 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 147 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 122 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 91 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 61 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 141 km
Apr 5, 1991 49 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 142 km
May 30, 1990 17 km WSW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.7 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest

San Juan de Cutervo has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 36°F in January to 64°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in San Juan de Cutervo

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 16433
Institución Educativa No. 16400
Institución Educativa No. 10370
Institución Educativa No. 17045
Institución Educativa No. 10964
Institución Educativa No. 10751
Institución Educativa No. 16434
Institución Educativa No. 16980
Institución Educativa No. 16432
Institución Educativa Tiberio Sanchez Vergara
Institución Educativa No. 17020
Institución Educativa No. 16398
Institución Educativa Jose Octavio Cervera Aguilar
Institución Educativa No. 16435
Institución Educativa No. 17687
Institución Educativa Fray Martin
Institución Educativa No. 17050
Institución Educativa No. 10377
Institución Educativa No. 17004
Institución Educativa No. 16436
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Farmers Markets in San Juan de Cutervo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Nuevo Oriente
Mercado Santa Celia

Clinics in San Juan de Cutervo

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Juan de Cutervo

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Airports Near San Juan de Cutervo

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas 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 Cutervo

What is the population of San Juan de Cutervo?

San Juan de Cutervo has a population of 487 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan de Cutervo?

San Juan de Cutervo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 178.5 inches.

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