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Colpas, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Colpas is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 361. Elevation: 8,835 ft (2,693 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 361 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,835 ft (2,693 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.2689°, -76.4142° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,209 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.9 inches (63 cm) |
About Colpas
Colpas is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 361. The city sits at an elevation of 8,835 feet (2,693 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,835 ft (2,693 m) |
| Area | 20.6 sq mi (53.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.2689°N, 76.4142°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.5 in |
Colpas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 45°F in July to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Colpas
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 33246 De Bella Huamali | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 32147 San Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 32145 Jose Antonio Encinas Franco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas Franco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32759 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Agropecuario | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32146 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33082 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32176 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32957 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32172 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32115 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32177 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32774 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32956 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 33250 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32746 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 33422 De Kerochaca | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Colpas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ambo | |||||
| Mercado Isco | |||||
| Mercado Virgen del Carmen | |||||
| Mercado Yanahuanca |
Stadiums & Teams in Colpas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colpas
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Colpas
What is the population of Colpas?
Colpas has a population of 361 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 20.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colpas?
Colpas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 24.9 inches of snow.