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Sunchubamba, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Sunchubamba is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 816. Elevation: 7,759 ft (2,365 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

816 Population 5/sq mi density
7,759 ft Elevation 2,365 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
108.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population816
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain108.8 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation7,759 ft (2,365 m)
Population816
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation7,759 ft (2,365 m)
Coordinates-7.4781°, -78.3965°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation108.8 inches (2,764 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sunchubamba

Sunchubamba is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 816. The city sits at an elevation of 7,759 feet (2,365 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Sunchubamba experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 108.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,759 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below Peru avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,759 ft (2,365 m)
Area151.5 sq mi (392.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-7.4781°N, 78.3965°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.8"
186% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 60 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 108 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 126 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 105 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 150 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 139 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 94 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 98 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 76 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 75 km
Feb 23, 2023 22 km SW of Quiches, Peru M4.6 147 km
Apr 14, 2012 12 km WSW of Moche, Peru M4.6 115 km
Jan 27, 2007 8 km W of Victor Raul, Peru M4.6 116 km
Apr 7, 2013 37 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.6 143 km
May 8, 2002 27 km SSW of Puente Viru, Peru M4.6 141 km
Mar 4, 1991 13 km NNW of Parcoy, Peru M4.5 107 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 123 km
Nov 9, 1994 17 km ESE of Huamachuco, Peru M4.5 68 km
Nov 14, 1991 36 km SW of Victor Raul, Peru M4.5 148 km
Sep 12, 2024 9 km NE of Mollepata, Peru M4.5 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
February 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in
March 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
November 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
December 53°F (11°C) 3.3 in

Sunchubamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 51°F in June to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Sunchubamba

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa San Carlos
Institución Educativa No. 821298
Institución Educativa No. 821503
Institución Educativa No. 821323
Institución Educativa No. 821475
Institución Educativa No. 821612
Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre
Institución Educativa No. 821179
Institución Educativa No. 821337
Institución Educativa No. 82027
Institución Educativa No. 82882
Institución Educativa No. 821386
Institución Educativa No. 82317
Institución Educativa Cegecom Jaime Bausate Y Meza
Institución Educativa No. 82375
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Radio Stations near Sunchubamba

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Stereo TV peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in Sunchubamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Sunchubamba

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Airports Near Sunchubamba

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTRULarge Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Chagual AirportCGLSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall 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 Sunchubamba

What is the population of Sunchubamba?

Sunchubamba has a population of 816 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sunchubamba?

Sunchubamba has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.8 inches.

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