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Santa Catalina de Pulán, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Santa Catalina de Pulán is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 4,492. Elevation: 7,352 ft (2,241 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4,492 Population 106/sq mi density
7,352 ft Elevation 2,241 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
56.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Santa Catalina de Pulán

Santa Catalina de Pulán

Pulán es una localidad peruana. Capital del distrito de Pulán, que conforma la Provincia de Santa Cruz, del Departamento de Cajamarca, bajo la administración del Gobierno Regional de Cajamarca, en el norte central del Perú.

People

Population4,492
Density106/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation7,352 ft (2,241 m)
Population4,492
Population Density106 / sq mi
Elevation7,352 ft (2,241 m)
Coordinates-6.7388°, -78.9204°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation56.7 inches (1,440 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Catalina de Pulán

Santa Catalina de Pulán is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 4,492. The city sits at an elevation of 7,352 feet (2,241 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Catalina de Pulán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 56.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,352 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,352 ft (2,241 m)
Area42.5 sq mi (110.2 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates-6.7388°N, 78.9204°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.7"
49% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 130 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 108 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 136 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 120 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 57 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 130 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 143 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 137 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 134 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 97 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 76 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 80 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 109 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 93 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 149 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 88 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 59 km
Dec 16, 1995 9 km NNE of Bellavista, Peru M4.5 132 km
Feb 4, 1998 16 km SSW of Cascas, Peru M4.4 98 km
Jun 22, 2023 12 km NW of Tocmoche, Peru M4.4 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
February 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
March 60°F (16°C) 6.2 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 4.6 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in Coldest
July 62°F (16°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
December 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in

Santa Catalina de Pulán has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 59°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Santa Catalina de Pulán

32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Enrique Lopez Albujar
Institución Educativa No. 101148
Institución Educativa No. 10831
Institución Educativa No. 10920
Institución Educativa No. 10643
Institución Educativa No. 821606
Institución Educativa Abraham Carranza Culqui
Institución Educativa No. 11113
Institución Educativa No. 10693
Institución Educativa No. 11189
Institución Educativa No. 11103
Institución Educativa No. 11111
Institución Educativa No. 10912
Institución Educativa No. 10684
Institución Educativa Vencedores 2 De Mayo
Ing. Robert Funk Rymann
Institución Educativa Iegecom La Congona
Institución Educativa No. 10676
Institución Educativa No. 10645
Institución Educativa No. 10698
Institución Educativa No. 11100
Institución Educativa No. 10686
Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas
Institución Educativa No. 10691
Institución Educativa No. 10681
Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre
Institución Educativa No. 10679
Institución Educativa No. 11112
Institución Educativa No. 10696
Institución Educativa Simon Bolivar
Institución Educativa No. 10678
Institución Educativa No. 10642
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Radio Stations near Santa Catalina de Pulán

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Stereo TV peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 192 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Catalina de Pulán

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Airports Near Santa Catalina de Pulán

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Pacasmayo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Area
159.0 km² (61.4 mi²)
Postal Code
06641

🇵🇪 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 Santa Catalina de Pulán

What is the population of Santa Catalina de Pulán?

Santa Catalina de Pulán has a population of 4,492 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Catalina de Pulán?

Santa Catalina de Pulán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches.

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