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Cojata, Peru

Puno · Peru

Cojata is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 1,378. Elevation: 15,240 ft (4,645 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,378 Population 3/sq mi density
15,240 ft Elevation 4,645 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Cojata

Cojata District is one of eight districts of the province Huancané in Peru.

People

Population1,378
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation15,240 ft (4,645 m)
Population1,378
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation15,240 ft (4,645 m)
Coordinates-15.0151°, -69.3652°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,019 mm)
Annual Snowfall132.8 inches (337 cm)

About Cojata

Cojata is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 1,378. The city sits at an elevation of 15,240 feet (4,645 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cojata experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 40.1 inches. The area receives 132.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 15,240 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below Peru avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation15,240 ft (4,645 m)
Area556.5 sq mi (1,441.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-15.0151°N, 69.3652°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"
6% above Peru avg
Snowfall 132.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.80"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

195 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 M7.2 100 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 91 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 116 km
Jun 9, 1994 92 km E of Sina, Peru M6.1 123 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 103 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 60 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 96 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 95 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 125 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 124 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 121 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 118 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 145 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 125 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 79 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 115 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 131 km
Apr 14, 1995 14 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.3 119 km
Jun 27, 2006 12 km WNW of Lampa, Peru M5.3 124 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 6.8 in Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in
March 49°F (10°C) 4.8 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 44°F (6°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in

Cojata has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 44°F in July to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.8") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Cojata

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 73022 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 73019 - - - -
Institución Educativa Cojata - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72387 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 72546 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 70648 - - - -
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Clinics in Cojata

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cojata

Airports Near Cojata

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ulla Ulla 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 Cojata

What is the population of Cojata?

Cojata has a population of 1,378 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 556.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cojata?

Cojata has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 132.8 inches of snow.

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