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Shumba Alto, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
Shumba Alto is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 559. Elevation: 2,320 ft (707 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 559 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,320 ft (707 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.5688°, -78.8148° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.4 inches (1,179 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shumba Alto
Shumba Alto is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 2,320 feet (707 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.6°F |
| 34% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 349 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,320 ft (707 m) |
| Area | 20,743.3 sq mi (53,725.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.5688°N, 78.8148°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in |
Shumba Alto has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 71°F in January to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (1.2").
Schools in Shumba Alto
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 16012 Jose Carrion Paz | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 16068 Jose C.mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16066 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16008 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16661 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Shumba Alto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Hermogenes Mejía Solf |
Farmers Markets in Shumba Alto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 de Julio | |||||
| 28 de julio | |||||
| De todos | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| ROBERTO SEGURA |
Stadiums & Teams in Shumba Alto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shumba Alto
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shumba Airport | JAE | Medium Airport |
| Baguá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda El Valor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancabamba Airport | — | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Shumba Alto?
Shumba Alto has a population of 559 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 20,743.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shumba Alto?
Shumba Alto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches.