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La Cuesta, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
La Cuesta is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 75. Elevation: 7,096 ft (2,163 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Cuesta
La Cuesta is a district of the Corredores canton, in the Puntarenas province of Costa Rica.
People
Climate
| Population | 75 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,096 ft (2,163 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.9189°, -78.7050° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 86°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.5 inches (1,967 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Cuesta
La Cuesta is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 75. The city sits at an elevation of 7,096 feet (2,163 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.6°F |
| 59% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,096 ft (2,163 m) |
| Area | 197.3 sq mi (510.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.9189°N, 78.7050°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 143 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in |
La Cuesta has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 60°F in August to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Cuesta
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 80261 Jesus Nazareno | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80699 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80068 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80253 Jorge Angulo Argomedo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80655 Virgen De La Asuncion | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Cuesta
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peru folk radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Frecuencia 100 101.9 | cumbia peruana, latin pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio frecuencia 100 - Trujillo | variety | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in La Cuesta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Religioso de la I.V.P |
Stadiums & Teams in La Cuesta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Cuesta
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Cuesta
What is the population of La Cuesta?
La Cuesta has a population of 75 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Cuesta?
La Cuesta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 77.5 inches.