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Coracora, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Coracora is a small city in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 7,420. Elevation: 10,561 ft (3,219 m). Average temperature: 89°F (32°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Coracora
Coracora or Qura Qura is a town in central Peru, and it is the capital of the Parinacochas Province in the Ayacucho Region. It has a population of approximately 13,000.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,420 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,561 ft (3,219 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.0333°, -73.7833° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 89°F (32°C) |
| January Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.7 inches (1,364 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Coracora
Coracora is a small city in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 7,420. The city sits at an elevation of 10,561 feet (3,219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 89°F (32°C). Temperatures range from 87°F in January to 90°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 88.9°F |
| 65% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,561 ft (3,219 m) |
| Area | 698.0 sq mi (1,807.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.0333°N, 73.7833°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 138 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 112 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 129 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (162 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 162 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87°F (30°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in |
Coracora has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 46°F in June to 90°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Coracora
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 24223 Serafin Peña Isasi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 25502 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Industrial 12 Cristo Rey | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24221 Monica Pimentel Valdivia | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24219 Abraham Maúrtua | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora de las Nieves | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24249 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24247 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24246 Nicolas Pillaca Cupe | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24252 Luis Alfredo Astuquillca Vasquez | - | - | - | - |
| Filiberto Garcia Cuellar | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Aplicacion Nestor Martinez Carrasco M/mx | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Inicial 24219 Abraham Maúrtua | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Maria | - | - | - | - |
| Cesar Augusto Guardia Mayorga | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24220 Virgen De Fatima | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Nueva Atenas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24222 Antonio Lopez Espinoza | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24227 Rosa Vera Terrones | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 25506 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24248 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24389 Señor De Los Milagros | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24261 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24226 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 24259 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Reymundo Pimentel Calle | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 24228 Corazon De Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 9 De Diciembre | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Coracora
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Municipal de Parinacochas |
Hotels in Coracora
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Coracora
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Coracora
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Coracora
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraveli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jaquí Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Coracora
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de las Nieves de Coracora |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Coracora?
Coracora has a population of 7,420 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 698.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Coracora?
Coracora has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (32°C). Winter temperatures average 87°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.