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Unión Capiri, Peru

Junin · Peru

Unión Capiri is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 760. Elevation: 1,929 ft (588 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

760 Population 2/sq mi density
1,929 ft Elevation 588 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
103.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population760
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain103.6 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation1,929 ft (588 m)
Population760
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,929 ft (588 m)
Coordinates-11.0923°, -74.7022°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation103.6 inches (2,630 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Unión Capiri

Unión Capiri is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 760. The city sits at an elevation of 1,929 feet (588 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Unión Capiri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 103.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,929 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Peru avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,929 ft (588 m)
Area481.5 sq mi (1,247.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-11.0923°N, 74.7022°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 103.6"
173% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

266 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 19, 2025.

Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 32 km
Aug 13, 2017 41 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.8 44 km
Apr 9, 1991 34 km ESE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.8 145 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 29 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 112 km
Jul 31, 2003 91 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.6 115 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 127 km
Jul 15, 2013 46 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.4 137 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 92 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 120 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 37 km
Mar 17, 1992 61 km NNE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 74 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 27 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 32 km
Jun 7, 2005 49 km N of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 67 km
Oct 5, 2016 23 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.3 145 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 63 km
Jul 2, 1995 44 km ESE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.3 148 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 120 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 46 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 9.8 in Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 9.1 in
March 73°F (23°C) 8.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in
May 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 4.4 in
October 74°F (24°C) 6.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in Warmest
December 74°F (23°C) 8.9 in

Unión Capiri has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 71.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Unión Capiri

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 31338 Shabashipango
Institución Educativa No. 31829
Institución Educativa No. 30952
Institución Educativa No. 31592
Institución Educativa 30694 Jose Antonio Encinas
Institución Educativa No. 30464
Institución Educativa Shinchijaroki
Institución Educativa No. 30692
Institución Educativa No. 30966
Institución Educativa No. 31632
Institución Educativa No. 31678
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Farmers Markets in Unión Capiri

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mazamari
Mercado #1

Stadiums & Teams in Unión Capiri

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Airports Near Unión Capiri

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Mayor PNP Nancy Flores Paucar AirportMZASmall Airport
Obenteni 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 Unión Capiri

What is the population of Unión Capiri?

Unión Capiri has a population of 760 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 481.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Unión Capiri?

Unión Capiri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.6 inches.

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