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Casma, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Casma is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Casma
Casma is a city in the coastal desert of Peru, located 330 kilometers (205 mi) northwest of Lima. It is the capital of the province of Casma and the third most populous city in the Ancash Region with an estimated population of 29,343 (2015). It is located in the lower Casma Valley, covering an area of 1,205 km2.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.4747°, -78.3017° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Casma
Casma is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.0°F |
| 30% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 691.4 sq mi (1,790.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.4747°N, 78.3017°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 75 km |
| 1996 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 12 | 142 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 146 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 63 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.5 in |
Casma has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 61°F in August to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Casma
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Santa Teresita De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88119 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88101 Cesar Abraham Vallejo Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88100 Inmaculada Concepcion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mariscal Luzuriaga | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 02 Agustin Evans | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88212 Antonio Raymondi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88125 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa El Nazareno | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Maria Reyna | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa Isabel De Hungria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88102 Republica De Chile | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Juan Xxiii | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88297 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pablo Vi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Almirante Miguel Grau | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Maria Magdalena | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa El Honguito | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 89017 Mariscal Andres Avelino Caceres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa Maria Magdalena | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa Isabel De Hungria | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88255 Jose Olaya | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88358 Teresa Gonzales De Fanning | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88214 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88122 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88103 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Casma
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova peru | musica tropical | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Casma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Regional de Casma "Max Uhle" |
Farmers Markets in Casma
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Parada del Estadio |
Hotels in Casma
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Casma
48 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Casma
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Casma
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Casma
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Casma
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Casma
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Casma
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Casma
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Casma
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Casma
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| ab & mar | |
| Olva Courier |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Casma
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Chankillo Archaeoastronomical Complex | Cultural | 2021 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Casma
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cogop Señor de los Milagros | |
| Inglesia Alianza | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Parroquia Santa María Magdalena | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Casma
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Casma
What is the weather like in Casma?
Casma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.5 inches.