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San Pedro de Cajas, Peru

Junin · Peru

San Pedro de Cajas is a small city in Junin, Peru with a population of 5,758. Elevation: 13,196 ft (4,022 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,758 Population 13/sq mi density
13,196 ft Elevation 4,022 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
59.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About San Pedro de Cajas

San Pedro de Cajas District is one of nine districts of the province Tarma in Peru.

People

Population5,758
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation13,196 ft (4,022 m)
Population5,758
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation13,196 ft (4,022 m)
Coordinates-11.2506°, -75.8612°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation59.2 inches (1,505 mm)
Annual Snowfall126.6 inches (322 cm)

About San Pedro de Cajas

San Pedro de Cajas is a small city in Peru (Junin) with a population of 5,758. The city sits at an elevation of 13,196 feet (4,022 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Pedro de Cajas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 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 59.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 126.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,196 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,196 ft (4,022 m)
Area436.2 sq mi (1,129.6 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-11.2506°N, 75.8612°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.2"
56% above Peru avg
Snowfall 126.6"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.87"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

196 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 86 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 147 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 104 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 68 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 105 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 139 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 45 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 90 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 82 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 145 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 122 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 142 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 147 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 106 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 92 km
Mar 13, 2018 56 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 145 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 83 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 117 km
Aug 11, 2002 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.1 140 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 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 74 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.4 in
February 44°F (7°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 44°F (7°C) 5.8 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in
September 42°F (6°C) 2.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
November 44°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in

San Pedro de Cajas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 39°F in July to 44°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in San Pedro de Cajas

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 30845
Institución Educativa No. 30832
Institución Educativa No. 30833
Institución Educativa 30747 San Martín de Porras
Institución Educativa 30748 Virgen de Fátima
Institución Educativa Víctor Andrés Belaúnde
Institución Educativa 30851 Virgen Del Rosario
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Farmers Markets in San Pedro de Cajas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 2 de Mayo
Mercado Asuncion
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo de Junín
Mercado Techado Tarma

Clinics in San Pedro de Cajas

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Pedro de Cajas

Stadiums & Teams in San Pedro de Cajas

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Airports Near San Pedro de Cajas

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Pedro de Cajas

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Evangelica Peruana

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
4,026 m (13,209 ft)
Postal Code
12721

🇵🇪 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 Pedro de Cajas

What is the population of San Pedro de Cajas?

San Pedro de Cajas has a population of 5,758 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 436.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Pedro de Cajas?

San Pedro de Cajas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 126.6 inches of snow.

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