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Coasa, Peru

Puno · Peru

Coasa is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 3,388. Elevation: 11,719 ft (3,572 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,388 Population 8/sq mi density
11,719 ft Elevation 3,572 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
83.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Coasa

Coasa District is one of ten districts of the Carabaya Province in Peru.

People

Population3,388
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation11,719 ft (3,572 m)
Population3,388
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation11,719 ft (3,572 m)
Coordinates-13.9874°, -70.0183°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,112 mm)
Annual Snowfall127.3 inches (323 cm)

About Coasa

Coasa is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 3,388. The city sits at an elevation of 11,719 feet (3,572 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Coasa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 127.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,719 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,719 ft (3,572 m)
Area442.9 sq mi (1,147.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-13.9874°N, 70.0183°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.1"
119% above Peru avg
Snowfall 127.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.20"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

74 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 16, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 107 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 82 km
Jan 10, 1994 74 km S of Tambopata, Peru M6.9 95 km
Nov 28, 1997 97 km NE of Sandia, Peru M6.7 136 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 126 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 144 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 150 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 107 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 101 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 129 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 64 km
Mar 10, 1996 33 km SSW of Tambopata, Peru M5.7 130 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 69 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 123 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 60 km
Apr 14, 1995 14 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.3 148 km
May 7, 1996 5 km E of Caminaca, Peru M5.2 148 km
May 5, 2003 17 km WSW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 102 km
Aug 9, 2006 12 km WNW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 92 km
May 20, 2024 5 km WSW of Azángaro, Peru M5.1 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (145 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 145 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 6.2 in Wettest
February 47°F (9°C) 5.5 in
March 47°F (8°C) 5.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 44°F (7°C) 1.1 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
October 47°F (9°C) 2.4 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in Warmest

Coasa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 39°F in July to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Coasa

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 72207 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72190 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72213 - - - -
Institución Educativa Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra - - - -
Institución Educativa 72192 Jose Macedo Mendoza - - - -
Institución Educativa Martin Jeronimo Chambi Jimenez - - - -
Institución Educativa 72661 San Francisco De Asis - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72163 - - - -
Institución Educativa 72763 Tupac Amaru - - - -
Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72226 - - - -
Institución Educativa Ayusuma - - - -
Institución Educativa 72201 Jose Antonio Encinas - - - -
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Clinics in Coasa

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coaza

Airports Near Coasa

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
San Rafael Airport-Small 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 Coasa

What is the population of Coasa?

Coasa has a population of 3,388 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 442.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Coasa?

Coasa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches, with 127.3 inches of snow.

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