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Cotahuasi, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Cotahuasi is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 1,529. Elevation: 8,812 ft (2,686 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cotahuasi
Cotahuasi is a town in Southern Peru, capital of the province La Unión in the region of Arequipa.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,529 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,812 ft (2,686 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2131°, -72.8886° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.7 inches (1,110 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 261.5 inches (664 cm) |
About Cotahuasi
Cotahuasi is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 1,529. The city sits at an elevation of 8,812 feet (2,686 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,812 ft (2,686 m) |
| Area | 425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2131°N, 72.8886°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 64 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 106 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 128 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in |
Cotahuasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Cotahuasi
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgen del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 40537 | - | - | - | - |
| Monseñor Julio Gonzales Ruiz | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Mariscal Orbegoso | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 40167 Maria Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 40509 Nuestra.sra.del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 40508 La Asuncion | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 40538 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 40507 | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Cotahuasi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cotahuasi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Cotahuasi |
Hotels in Cotahuasi
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cotahuasi
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cotahuasi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cotahuasi
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cotahuasi
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cotahuasi
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cotahuasi
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cotahuasi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cotahuasi
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraveli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orcopampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cotahuasi?
Cotahuasi has a population of 1,529 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 425.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cotahuasi?
Cotahuasi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches, with 261.5 inches of snow.