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Copa, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Copa is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 491. Elevation: 7,346 ft (2,239 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

491 Population 3/sq mi density
7,346 ft Elevation 2,239 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
13.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population491
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation7,346 ft (2,239 m)
Population491
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation7,346 ft (2,239 m)
Coordinates-10.3718°, -77.4874°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation13.7 inches (348 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Copa

Copa is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 491. The city sits at an elevation of 7,346 feet (2,239 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Copa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 13.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,346 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Peru avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,346 ft (2,239 m)
Area158.8 sq mi (411.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-10.3718°N, 77.4874°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.7"
64% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

131 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Sep 23, 1995 81 km W of Paramonga, Peru M6.5 124 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 101 km
Jul 17, 1992 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.8 116 km
May 11, 2002 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 112 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 85 km
Jan 19, 1996 72 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.6 138 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 130 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 143 km
Jan 15, 2020 57 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.4 121 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 96 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 67 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 109 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 67 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 96 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 125 km
Nov 22, 1990 51 km W of Huarmey, Peru M5.1 127 km
Jan 6, 2017 66 km WSW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 131 km
Oct 19, 1992 30 km S of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.1 124 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 113 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis 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 600 134 km
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 122 km
1966 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 3.0 m 110 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
February 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
March 53°F (11°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
May 51°F (10°C) 0.2 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.0 in Coldest
July 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 49°F (9°C) 0.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in
December 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in

Copa has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 49°F in June to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Copa

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 20509
Institución Educativa No. 20491
Institución Educativa No. 20513
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Radio Stations near Copa

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Nova Prime MP3

Airports Near Copa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Patao AirportSmall Airport
Pativilca AirstripSmall 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 Copa

What is the population of Copa?

Copa has a population of 491 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 158.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Copa?

Copa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.

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