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San Juan de Salinas, Peru

Puno · Peru

San Juan de Salinas is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 181. Elevation: 12,999 ft (3,962 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

181 Population 1/sq mi density
12,999 ft Elevation 3,962 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population181
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation12,999 ft (3,962 m)
Population181
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation12,999 ft (3,962 m)
Coordinates-14.9911°, -70.1057°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,178 mm)
Annual Snowfall64.2 inches (163 cm)

About San Juan de Salinas

San Juan de Salinas is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 181. The city sits at an elevation of 12,999 feet (3,962 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Juan de Salinas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 64.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,999 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below Peru avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,999 ft (3,962 m)
Area206.0 sq mi (533.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-14.9911°N, 70.1057°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above Peru avg
Snowfall 64.2"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.10"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

303 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 22 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 31 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 81 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 37 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 35 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 84 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 137 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 107 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 131 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 21 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 49 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 66 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 49 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 93 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 38 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 56 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 89 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 149 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 54 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (162 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 162 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 49°F (9°C) 4.7 in

San Juan de Salinas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 41°F in June to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in San Juan de Salinas

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 72039
Institución Educativa No. 72062
Institución Educativa No. 72031
Institución Educativa No. 72020
Institución Educativa Yajchata
Institución Educativa No. 72097
Institución Educativa No. 72093
Institución Educativa No. 72076
Institución Educativa No. 72117
Institución Educativa No. 72593
Institución Educativa No. 72060
Institución Educativa No. 72049
Institución Educativa No. 72635
Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa San Pedro De Ccalla Esmeralda
Institución Educativa No. 72666
Institución Educativa No. 72662
Institución Educativa No. 72716
Institución Educativa No. 72092
Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru
Institución Educativa No. 72032
Institución Educativa No. 72669
Institución Educativa No. 72682
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Farmers Markets in San Juan de Salinas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central de Asillo
Mercado Municipal PEDRO VILCAPAZA
Mercado Municipal Santa Rosa
Mercado Santa Rosa II

Clinics in San Juan de Salinas

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Juan de Salinas

Stadiums & Teams in San Juan de Salinas

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Airports Near San Juan de Salinas

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
San Rafael 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 Salinas

What is the population of San Juan de Salinas?

San Juan de Salinas has a population of 181 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 206.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan de Salinas?

San Juan de Salinas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 64.2 inches of snow.

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