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Capaso, Peru
Puno · Peru
Capaso is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 110. Elevation: 14,442 ft (4,402 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 110 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 14,442 ft (4,402 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.1837°, -69.7447° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.1 inches (816 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 76.8 inches (195 cm) |
About Capaso
Capaso is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 110. The city sits at an elevation of 14,442 feet (4,402 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 359 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,442 ft (4,402 m) |
| Area | 217.9 sq mi (564.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.1837°N, 69.7447°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 149 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 48 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 69 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 105 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 127 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
Capaso has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 43°F in July to 51°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 8.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.6") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Capaso
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 42230 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 42103 Andres Avelino Caceres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Capaso | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70215 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70214 | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Capaso
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Charaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Capaso
What is the population of Capaso?
Capaso has a population of 110 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 217.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Capaso?
Capaso has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches, with 76.8 inches of snow.