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Cusca, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Cusca is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 494. Elevation: 10,095 ft (3,077 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 494 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,095 ft (3,077 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.5131°, -77.8647° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.5 inches (2,223 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Cusca
Cusca is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 494. The city sits at an elevation of 10,095 feet (3,077 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,095 ft (3,077 m) |
| Area | 540.2 sq mi (1,399.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.5131°N, 77.8647°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 89 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 128 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in |
Cusca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 43°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Cusca
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 88141 Jose Abelardo Quiñones | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88130 Jorge Basadre Grohmann | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Inicial 1559 José Carlos Mariátegui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84327 José Carlos Mariátegui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84290 Jose Antonio Encinas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 84328 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88189 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Cusca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Zonal de Cabana |
Stadiums & Teams in Cusca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cusca
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cusca
What is the population of Cusca?
Cusca has a population of 494 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 540.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cusca?
Cusca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.5 inches.