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Santa Catalina, Peru

Amazonas · Peru

Santa Catalina is a small town in Amazonas, Peru with a population of 423. Elevation: 8,412 ft (2,564 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

423 Population 15/sq mi density
8,412 ft Elevation 2,564 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
86.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population423
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain86.3 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation8,412 ft (2,564 m)
Population423
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation8,412 ft (2,564 m)
Coordinates-6.1117°, -78.0614°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAmazonas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation86.3 inches (2,192 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Catalina

Santa Catalina is a small town in Peru (Amazonas) with a population of 423. The city sits at an elevation of 8,412 feet (2,564 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Catalina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 86.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,412 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above Peru avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,412 ft (2,564 m)
Area29.2 sq mi (75.7 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-6.1117°N, 78.0614°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.3"
127% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

168 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 5, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M7.1 108 km
May 30, 1990 6 km ESE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M6.6 93 km
Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 103 km
Sep 10, 2016 51 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M6.1 136 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 133 km
May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 128 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 112 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 104 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 116 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 103 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 87 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 94 km
Sep 29, 2004 48 km NNE of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.2 122 km
Apr 12, 1991 32 km NNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.2 118 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 109 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 117 km
Apr 12, 1991 21 km NNE of Rioja, Peru M5.1 111 km
Jul 6, 2025 53 km N of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 132 km
Feb 9, 2021 61 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.1 111 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
February 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
March 59°F (15°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
November 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
December 60°F (15°C) 3.2 in

Santa Catalina has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 58°F in August to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Santa Catalina

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 18118
Institución Educativa 18266 Yuri Rangel Gomez
Institución Educativa No. 18200
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Museums in Santa Catalina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chachapoyas Museum
Museo de Lámud
Museo Etnohistórico Religioso Santa Ana
Museum of Sarcophagus of Karajia

Farmers Markets in Santa Catalina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado de Colcamar
Mercado Pedro Ruiz II

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Catalina

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santa Catalina

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chachapoyas AirportCHHMedium Airport
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San Nicolas AirportRIMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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

What is the population of Santa Catalina?

Santa Catalina has a population of 423 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 29.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Catalina?

Santa Catalina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.

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