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Nicasio, Peru
Puno · Peru
Nicasio is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 433. Elevation: 12,904 ft (3,933 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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About Nicasio
Nicasio is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Marin County, California, United States. It is located 8 miles (13 km) west-southwest of Novato, at an elevation of 194 feet (59 m). As of the 2020 census the CDP population was 81, while population estimates for the surrounding area range from about 600 to about 900 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 433 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,904 ft (3,933 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2356°, -70.2609° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.0 inches (1,042 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 26.4 inches (67 cm) |
About Nicasio
Nicasio is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 433. The city sits at an elevation of 12,904 feet (3,933 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Nicasio
Nicasio has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Nov (11.4°C), the coldest is Jul (5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 548 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 361 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,904 ft (3,933 m) |
| Area | 269.4 sq mi (697.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2356°N, 70.2609°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (165 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 165 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 166 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 182 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in |
Nicasio has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 43°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Nicasio
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70702 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70474 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70467 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70441 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70460 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70392 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nicasio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72089 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas Franco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72640 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72084 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70699 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Laro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 70395 San Martin De Porres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72631 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Nicasio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico de Pucara | ||||
| Museo de Cerámica | ||||
| Museo Litico Pukara | ||||
| Museo Parroquial | ||||
| Museo y Biblioteca Municipal |
Farmers Markets in Nicasio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 24 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado Ccancollani | |||||
| Mercado Dominical - Las Mercedes | |||||
| Mercado Internacional | |||||
| Mercado La Revolución | |||||
| Mercado Pedro Vilcapaza | |||||
| Mercado San Camilo | |||||
| Mercado San José | |||||
| Plaza Perú | |||||
| Plaza Tambopata |
Train Stations in Nicasio
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nicasio
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nicasio
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Nicasio
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe | ||
| Santa Adriana |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Nicasio?
Nicasio has a population of 433 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 269.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nicasio?
Nicasio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 26.4 inches of snow.