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San Pedro de Chonta, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
San Pedro de Chonta is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 577. Elevation: 8,048 ft (2,453 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 577 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,048 ft (2,453 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.6562°, -76.8750° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.1 inches (916 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Pedro de Chonta
San Pedro de Chonta is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 577. The city sits at an elevation of 8,048 feet (2,453 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,048 ft (2,453 m) |
| Area | 617.8 sq mi (1,600.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.6562°N, 76.8750°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 53°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in |
San Pedro de Chonta has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 53°F in June to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in San Pedro de Chonta
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 84084 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84221 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84056 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria Bazan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84088 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84276 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 84086 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32551 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Pedro de Chonta
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Exitosa | news, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Inolvidable | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Mágica 88.3 FM | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) | noticias, reggaeton | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Airports Near San Pedro de Chonta
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Palmas del Espino Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tocache Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uchiza Airport | UCZ | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Pedro de Chonta
What is the population of San Pedro de Chonta?
San Pedro de Chonta has a population of 577 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 617.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Pedro de Chonta?
San Pedro de Chonta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches.