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Colta, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Colta is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 324. Elevation: 10,617 ft (3,236 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Colta
El anexo de Marcabamba es uno de los tres anexos que conforman el distrito de Marcabamba y pertenece a la Provincia de Páucar del Sara Sara, ubicada en el departamento de Ayacucho, en el Perú.
People
Climate
| Population | 324 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,617 ft (3,236 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.1631°, -73.2940° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.3 inches (1,126 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 58.8 inches (149 cm) |
About Colta
Colta is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 324. The city sits at an elevation of 10,617 feet (3,236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,617 ft (3,236 m) |
| Area | 698.0 sq mi (1,807.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.1631°N, 73.2940°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2001 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 8.8 m | 103 | 128 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 107 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 145 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 38°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 38°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in |
Colta has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 38°F in August to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Colta
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Raul Heredia Guardia | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24294 Virgen Del Rosario | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24361 Santisima Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24318 Señor De Yampura | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Colta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colta
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraveli Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Colta
What is the population of Colta?
Colta has a population of 324 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 698.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colta?
Colta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 58.8 inches of snow.