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Costa Rica, Peru

San Martín Department · Peru

Costa Rica is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 653. Elevation: 1,083 ft (330 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

653 Population 2/sq mi density
1,083 ft Elevation 330 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
63.6 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population653
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain63.6 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Population653
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Coordinates-7.2708°, -76.6725°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceSan Martín Department
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.6 inches (1,615 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 653. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet (330 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Costa Rica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above Peru avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Area317.3 sq mi (821.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-7.2708°N, 76.6725°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.6"
67% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

151 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.3 on May 23, 2025.

Apr 4, 1991 4 km ENE of Rioja, Peru M6.5 146 km
Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 134 km
Jan 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.8 147 km
Apr 29, 2000 30 km S of Soritor, Peru M5.7 105 km
May 30, 1990 6 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.7 148 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 137 km
Jun 9, 1990 3 km E of Rioja, Peru M5.5 144 km
Jun 12, 1995 63 km ENE of Uchiza, Peru M5.4 143 km
Apr 10, 2005 59 km ESE of Huicungo, Peru M5.3 53 km
Jun 6, 1990 9 km SSW of Rioja, Peru M5.3 140 km
Jul 29, 2002 northern Peru M5.2 36 km
Apr 5, 1991 6 km WNW of Jepelacio, Peru M5.2 136 km
Jun 8, 2017 76 km ENE of Tocache, Peru M5.2 121 km
Apr 4, 1991 11 km NE of Rioja, Peru M5.2 149 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 10 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 87 km
Feb 19, 2024 12 km NNW of Chazuta, Peru M5.1 103 km
Oct 13, 2011 37 km SE of Navarro, Peru M5.1 144 km
Jul 26, 2017 73 km WSW of Contamana, Peru M5.1 113 km
Apr 6, 1991 2 km WSW of Moyobamba, Peru M5.1 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 5.0 in
February 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.8 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
May 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in
June 78°F (25°C) 3.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 4.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in
November 80°F (26°C) 6.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 5.1 in Warmest

Costa Rica has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 77°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 63.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (3.1").

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Schools in Costa Rica

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 1318
Institución Educativa No. 16
Institución Educativa No. 325
Institución Educativa 0444 Juan Pablo Ii
Institución Educativa No. 10
Institución Educativa 0399 Severo Alvarado Gomez
Institución Educativa No. 405
Institución Educativa No. 11
Institución Educativa No. 273
Institución Educativa Crfa Cayena
Institución Educativa No. 404
Institución Educativa No. 739
Institución Educativa 0227 Alberto Campos Paredes
Institución Educativa No. 442
Institución Educativa 0443 Ricardo Palma Soriano
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Stadiums & Teams in Costa Rica

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Airports Near Costa Rica

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Juanjui AirportJJIMedium Airport
Chazuta AirportSmall Airport
Huallaga AirportBLPSmall Airport
Pachiza AirportSmall Airport
Picota AirportSmall Airport
Pucacaca AirportSmall Airport
San José de Sisa AirportSmall Airport
Saposoa AirportSQUSmall Airport
Shapaja 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 Costa Rica

What is the population of Costa Rica?

Costa Rica has a population of 653 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 317.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.6 inches.

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