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San Pedro de Chunan, Peru

Junin · Peru

San Pedro de Chunan is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 558. Elevation: 13,314 ft (4,058 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

558 Population 87/sq mi density
13,314 ft Elevation 4,058 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About San Pedro de Chunan

San Pedro de Chunan

Jauja is a city and capital of Jauja Province in Peru. It is situated in the fertile Mantaro Valley, 45 kilometres (28 mi) to the northwest of Huancayo, at an altitude of 3,400 metres (11,200 ft). Its population in 2015 was 15,432.

People

Population558
Density87/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation13,314 ft (4,058 m)
Population558
Population Density87 / sq mi
Elevation13,314 ft (4,058 m)
Coordinates-11.7262°, -75.4861°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.8 inches (88 cm)

About San Pedro de Chunan

San Pedro de Chunan is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 558. The city sits at an elevation of 13,314 feet (4,058 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Pedro de Chunan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 13,314 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,314 ft (4,058 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates-11.7262°N, 75.4861°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Peru avg
Snowfall 34.8"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.39"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

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 M6.3 114 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 142 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 117 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 117 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 93 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 120 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 137 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 125 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 138 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 144 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 111 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 48 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 137 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 139 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 42 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 42 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 129 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 81 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 128 km
Aug 11, 2002 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.1 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 600 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.9 in
February 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in Wettest
March 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.9 in Warmest
November 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
December 51°F (10°C) 4.3 in

San Pedro de Chunan has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 41°F in July to 51°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in San Pedro de Chunan

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 30568
Institución Educativa Jose Santos Chocano
Institución Educativa No. 30476
Institución Educativa Cesar Vallejo
Institución Educativa No. 30478
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Radio Stations near San Pedro de Chunan

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in San Pedro de Chunan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in San Pedro de Chunan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
mercado de San Jeronimo
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción

Stadiums & Teams in San Pedro de Chunan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Pedro de Chunan

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,400 m (11,155 ft)
Founded
1534

🇵🇪 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 Chunan

What is the population of San Pedro de Chunan?

San Pedro de Chunan has a population of 558 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Pedro de Chunan?

San Pedro de Chunan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.

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