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Colasay, Peru
Cajamarca Department · Peru
Colasay is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 975. Elevation: 5,853 ft (1,784 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
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About Colasay
Pucará es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Cajamarca, provincia de Jaén, distrito de Pucará. Es asimismo capital del distrito de Pucará. Se encuentra a una altitud de 897 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 3499 habitantes en 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 975 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,853 ft (1,784 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.9788°, -79.0687° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cajamarca Department |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.6 inches (1,056 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colasay
Colasay is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 975. The city sits at an elevation of 5,853 feet (1,784 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,853 ft (1,784 m) |
| Area | 20,743.3 sq mi (53,725.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.9788°N, 79.0687°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in |
Colasay has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 43°F in July to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.3").
Schools in Colasay
29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 16083 Tahuantinsuyo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 18033 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16095 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16570 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17648 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17721 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16087 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16098 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17583 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17417 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17584 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16828 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17569 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16826 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa El Reynado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17590 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16083 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 17564 El Perol | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 17575 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16103 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16091 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16565 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16099 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17646 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17607 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16830 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 17581 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16088 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 16823 | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Colasay
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Colasay
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shumba Airport | JAE | Medium Airport |
| Baguá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda El Valor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancabamba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luya Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colasay
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia del Nazareno | |
| Parroquia San Francisco de Asís |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Colasay
What is the population of Colasay?
Colasay has a population of 975 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 20,743.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colasay?
Colasay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches.