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Santa Rosa, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Santa Rosa is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 1,456. Elevation: 4,068 ft (1,240 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1,456 Population 17/sq mi density
4,068 ft Elevation 1,240 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
85.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa de Yavarí is a populated centre in the Amazon River that serves as the Peruvian border crossing of Tres Fronteras, a triple border shared by Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. The city has a population of about 3,000 and is administered by Peru as part of Mariscal Ramón Castilla, a province of Loreto Region. However, it is disputed by Colombia since 2024.

People

Population1,456
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain85.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Population1,456
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Coordinates-5.4336°, -78.5670°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation85.9 inches (2,183 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 1,456. The city sits at an elevation of 4,068 feet (1,240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Santa Rosa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 85.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,068 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above Peru avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Area83.4 sq mi (216.1 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates-5.4336°N, 78.5670°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.9"
126% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.30"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

91 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 26, 2025.

May 19, 2010 83 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M6.0 120 km
Apr 5, 1991 20 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.5 142 km
Aug 17, 1992 114 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.3 106 km
Feb 9, 2021 61 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.1 137 km
Aug 13, 2000 64 km NNE of Yambrasbamba, Peru M5.1 94 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 63 km
Feb 14, 2007 72 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M5.0 149 km
Apr 6, 1991 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru M5.0 126 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 29 km
Apr 21, 2023 northern Peru M5.0 143 km
Dec 27, 1996 17 km NNW of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 144 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 125 km
Jan 7, 1997 20 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.9 150 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 52 km
Apr 9, 2016 70 km SE of Yantzaza, Ecuador M4.9 127 km
Aug 6, 2000 54 km N of Yambrasbamba, Peru M4.9 84 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 94 km
Feb 14, 2000 38 km N of Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo, Peru M4.8 143 km
Nov 21, 1993 87 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M4.8 81 km
Jun 25, 2022 71 km ENE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.8 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.8 in
February 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in Warmest
March 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 5.3 in Wettest
May 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in Coldest
August 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Driest
September 73°F (23°C) 2.7 in
October 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
December 74°F (24°C) 3.1 in

Santa Rosa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 67°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Santa Rosa

40 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Pakamuros-16188
Institución Educativa No. 16578
Institución Educativa No. 16184
Institución Educativa No. 16182
Institución Educativa No. 17560
Institución Educativa No. 16758
Institución Educativa 16806 Sebastian Vasquez Hernandez
Institución Educativa No. 16580
Institución Educativa Rejas El Mirador
Institución Educativa No. 16677
Institución Educativa No. 16186
Institución Educativa No. 16188
Institución Educativa No. 16191
Institución Educativa No. 17554
Institución Educativa No. 17559
Institución Educativa No. 16178
Institución Educativa No. 16190
Institución Educativa No. 16674
Institución Educativa No. 17558
Institución Educativa No. 17556
Institución Educativa No. 17416
Institución Educativa No. 16286
Institución Educativa No. 17766
Institución Educativa No. 17770
Institución Educativa No. 16189
Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru Ii
Institución Educativa No. 16577
Institución Educativa No. 16180
Institución Educativa No. 16862
Institución Educativa No. 17759
Institución Educativa No. 16287
Institución Educativa No. 16864
Institución Educativa Ciro Alegria
Institución Educativa No. 16173
Institución Educativa No. 16176
Institución Educativa No. 16179
Institución Educativa No. 16185
Institución Educativa No. 16183
Institución Educativa 16175 Jose Maria Eguren
Institución Educativa No. 17567
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Farmers Markets in Santa Rosa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Aramango
Mercado Principal

Clinics in Santa Rosa

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Santa Rosa

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Rosa

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Airports Near Santa Rosa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Baguá AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Rosa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia del Nazareno
Iglesia Santa Rosa

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 Rosa

What is the population of Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa has a population of 1,456 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 83.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 85.9 inches.

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