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Musga, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Musga is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 325. Elevation: 9,836 ft (2,998 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Musga
Piscobamba is a town in central Peru. It is the capital of the Mariscal Luzuriaga Province in the Ancash Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 325 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,836 ft (2,998 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.9063°, -77.3389° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.1 inches (18 cm) |
About Musga
Musga is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 325. The city sits at an elevation of 9,836 feet (2,998 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,836 ft (2,998 m) |
| Area | 89.0 sq mi (230.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.9063°N, 77.3389°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 54 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in |
Musga has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 43°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Musga
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 84136 Anatilo Ocaña Rojas | — | — | — | — |
| De Piscobamba | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84128 Virgen Del Rosario | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Carlos Roberto Argote Gomez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84114 Emilio Egusquiza Huaranga | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84150 Aquiles Egusquiza Ramirez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84145 Carmen Jimenes Roca | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Virgen Del Rosario | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 84113 Silverio Castillo Yupanqui | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Musga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Convento |
Airports Near Musga
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz 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 Musga
What is the population of Musga?
Musga has a population of 325 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 89.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Musga?
Musga 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 45°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.