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Cospán, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Cospán is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 665. Elevation: 8,510 ft (2,594 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

665 Population 4/sq mi density
8,510 ft Elevation 2,594 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
108.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population665
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain108.8 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation8,510 ft (2,594 m)
Population665
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation8,510 ft (2,594 m)
Coordinates-7.4270°, -78.5423°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation108.8 inches (2,764 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cospán

Cospán is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 665. The city sits at an elevation of 8,510 feet (2,594 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cospán experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 108.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,510 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below Peru avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,510 ft (2,594 m)
Area151.5 sq mi (392.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-7.4270°N, 78.5423°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.8"
186% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 74 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 93 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 109 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 143 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 127 km
Mar 20, 2003 42 km WSW of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.8 139 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 115 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 122 km
Jun 29, 1993 49 km SW of Salaverry, Peru M4.7 149 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 111 km
Apr 14, 2012 12 km WSW of Moche, Peru M4.6 109 km
May 8, 2002 27 km SSW of Puente Viru, Peru M4.6 142 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 79 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 92 km
Jan 27, 2007 8 km W of Victor Raul, Peru M4.6 115 km
Apr 7, 2013 37 km W of Santiago de Cao, Peru M4.6 132 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 146 km
Nov 14, 1991 36 km SW of Victor Raul, Peru M4.5 146 km
Nov 9, 1994 17 km ESE of Huamachuco, Peru M4.5 84 km
Dec 1, 1998 14 km NNW of Chalamarca, Peru M4.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
March 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in Warmest
December 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in

Cospán has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 52°F in January to 57°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Cospán

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 82043
Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista
Institución Educativa No. 821148
Institución Educativa No. 82956
Institución Educativa No. 821436
Institución Educativa Rambran
Institución Educativa No. 821510
Institución Educativa No. 821147
Institución Educativa No. 821448
Institución Educativa No. 82953
Institución Educativa No. 821244
Institución Educativa No. 82142
Institución Educativa No. 821202
Institución Educativa No. 82145
Institución Educativa San Jose
Institución Educativa No. 821387
Institución Educativa No. 821334
Institución Educativa No. 82144
Institución Educativa El Faro
Institución Educativa No. 821184
Institución Educativa No. 82146
Institución Educativa Huariguro
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Radio Stations near Cospán

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Stereo TV peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in Cospán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Campo Ferial Iscoconga

Stadiums & Teams in Cospán

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cospán

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International AirportTRULarge Airport
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Casa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Celendín AirportSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall 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 Cospán

What is the population of Cospán?

Cospán has a population of 665 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cospán?

Cospán has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.8 inches.

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