San Pedro de Cajas, Peru
Junin · Peru
San Pedro de Cajas is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 2,495. Elevation: 13,196 ft (4,022 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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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
Climate
| Population | 2,495 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,196 ft (4,022 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.2506°, -75.8612° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,505 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 126.6 inches (322 cm) |
About San Pedro de Cajas
San Pedro de Cajas is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 2,495. 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.3°F |
| 25% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,196 ft (4,022 m) |
| Area | 436.2 sq mi (1,129.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2506°S, 75.8612°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Schools in San Pedro de Cajas
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap 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 | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in San Pedro de Cajas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Stadiums & Teams in San Pedro de Cajas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Pedro de Cajas
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Pedro de Cajas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Evangelica Peruana |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Pedro de Cajas?
San Pedro de Cajas has a population of 2,495 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 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. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 126.6 inches of snow.
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