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Shapaja, Peru
San Martín Department · Peru
Shapaja is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 1,735. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Shapaja
Shapaja District is one of fourteen districts of the province San Martín in Peru. The name comes from Shapaja palm tree that is local to the region. The district is known for its beaches and fisheries which employ many of the locals.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,735 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.5797°, -76.2628° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | San Martín Department |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.5 inches (1,740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shapaja
Shapaja is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 1,735. The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet (207 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Shapaja
Shapaja has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.4°C), the coldest is Jul (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 1073 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 146.8 sq mi (380.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.5797°N, 76.2628°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 5.3 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in |
Shapaja has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 77°F in June to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 58.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (3.3").
Schools in Shapaja
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 611 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 743 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 0040 Octavio Pereyra Sanchez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 1231 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shapaja
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Moyobamba | amazonian cumbia, cumbia amazónica | AAC+ 144 kbps | |
| Radio Karicia | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio San Martín | local news | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Shapaja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Ayahusca |
Libraries in Shapaja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shapaja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos El Platanito | |||||
| Mercado de Tarapoto | |||||
| Mercado El Huaico | |||||
| Mercado Modelo 3 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de la Banda de Shilcayo | |||||
| Mercado nº2 | |||||
| Mercado Santa Anita |
Stadiums & Teams in Shapaja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shapaja
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport | TPP | Medium Airport |
| Juanjui Airport | JJI | Medium Airport |
| Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport | YMS | Medium Airport |
| Alao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chazuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huallaga Airport | BLP | Small Airport |
| Lamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moyobamba Airport | MBP | Small Airport |
| Pachiza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Picota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pucacaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San José de Sisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saposoa Airport | SQU | Small Airport |
| Shapaja Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Shapaja?
Shapaja has a population of 1,735 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 146.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shapaja?
Shapaja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 68.5 inches.