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Miracosta, Peru

Cajamarca Department · Peru

Miracosta is a small town in Cajamarca Department, Peru with a population of 180. Elevation: 9,905 ft (3,019 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

180 Population 1/sq mi density
9,905 ft Elevation 3,019 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
61.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population180
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation9,905 ft (3,019 m)
Population180
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation9,905 ft (3,019 m)
Coordinates-6.4048°, -79.2838°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCajamarca Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation61.5 inches (1,563 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Miracosta

Miracosta is a small town in Peru (Cajamarca Department) with a population of 180. The city sits at an elevation of 9,905 feet (3,019 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Miracosta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 61.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,905 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Peru avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,905 ft (3,019 m)
Area325.1 sq mi (842.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-6.4048°N, 79.2838°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.5"
62% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.81"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

60 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 12, 2025.

Feb 24, 2007 63 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M6.3 149 km
Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 144 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 134 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 72 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 127 km
Oct 16, 2016 28 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M5.0 115 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 137 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 9 km
Nov 10, 1990 20 km SW of Pimentel, Peru M4.8 107 km
Apr 28, 1990 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru M4.8 96 km
Jan 25, 1993 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru M4.7 46 km
Dec 14, 1996 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru M4.7 120 km
Jan 12, 2008 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru M4.7 73 km
Jun 27, 2007 25 km WSW of Pimentel, Peru M4.7 111 km
Oct 11, 2000 60 km NW of Mórrope, Peru M4.7 132 km
Nov 14, 2013 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru M4.7 134 km
Jun 13, 2003 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru M4.6 47 km
Jul 27, 2004 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru M4.6 129 km
Mar 16, 2008 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru M4.6 55 km
Jun 10, 2000 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru M4.6 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 3.2 in Warmest
February 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in
March 60°F (15°C) 6.8 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
July 71°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
September 58°F (14°C) 1.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in

Miracosta has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 57°F in August to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.8") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Miracosta

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 10992
Institución Educativa No. 10804
Institución Educativa No. 10576
Institución Educativa 10573 Eleodoro Guevara Rufasto
Institución Educativa Manuel Jose Becerra
Institución Educativa No. 10994
Institución Educativa No. 10578
Institución Educativa No. 10577
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Museums in Miracosta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Convenciones Hacienda

Stadiums & Teams in Miracosta

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Miracosta

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International AirportCIXLarge Airport
Chota AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda El Valor AirportSmall Airport
Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Luya 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 Miracosta

What is the population of Miracosta?

Miracosta has a population of 180 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 325.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Miracosta?

Miracosta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.

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