Santa Cruz, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Santa Cruz is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 364. Elevation: 5,531 ft (1,686 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

364 Population
5,531 ft Elevation 1,686 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population364

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation5,531 ft (1,686 m)
Population364
Elevation5,531 ft (1,686 m)
Coordinates-6.0951°, -78.8529°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation41.6 inches (1,056 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 364. The city sits at an elevation of 5,531 feet (1,686 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Cruz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,531 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below Peru avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)

Geography

Elevation5,531 ft (1,686 m)
Coordinates6.0951°S, 78.8529°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
9% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.90"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

60 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 139 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 144 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 122 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 81 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 147 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 51 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 99 km
Apr 6, 1991 17 km NE of Olleros, Peru M4.8 148 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 146 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 86 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 128 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 127 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 62 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 75 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 103 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 95 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 109 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 116 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 78 km
Aug 5, 2000 53 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.6 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
July 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
November 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in

Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 44°F in January to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Santa Cruz

41 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16444 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18026 - - - -
Institución Educativa Divino Maestro - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10739 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16443 - - - -
Institución Educativa Santa Rosa - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16990 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18010 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16421 - - - -
Institución Educativa Cruz De Chalpon - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16437 - - - -
Institución Educativa Leoncio Prado - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16423 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16760 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16953 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16439 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16442 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10304 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16441 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16431 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16425 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16867 - - - -
Institución Educativa Cuyca - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16622 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18001 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17647 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17053 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16089 - - - -
Institución Educativa Nuevo Morero - - - -
Institución Educativa Jose Olaya - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 17579 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16429 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16951 - - - -
Institución Educativa Cristo Redentor - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 18022 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10911 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 10772 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16623 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16440 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 16702 - - - -
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Clinics in Santa Cruz

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chiple
Cuyca
Santa Cruz de Cutervo

Gas Stations in Santa Cruz

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

El Buen Samaritano
Marginal EIRL

Airports Near Santa Cruz

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá Airport-Small Airport
Chota Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda El Valor Airport-Small 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 Cruz

What is the population of Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz has a population of 364 residents and is located in Peru..

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches.

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