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San José de Ushua, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
San José de Ushua is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 127. Elevation: 10,810 ft (3,295 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José de Ushua
Ccotapampa is a populated place in the mountain-like terrain of the Department of Ayacucho, Peru. Ccotapampa located 15.29 -73.1961111 and 4,263 metres (13,986 ft) above sea level.
People
Climate
| Population | 127 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,810 ft (3,295 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2248°, -73.2267° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.7 inches (1,110 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 261.5 inches (664 cm) |
About San José de Ushua
San José de Ushua is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 127. The city sits at an elevation of 10,810 feet (3,295 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,810 ft (3,295 m) |
| Area | 698.0 sq mi (1,807.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2248°N, 73.2267°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2001 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 8.8 m | 103 | 124 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (99 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 99 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 135 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in |
San José de Ushua has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 50°F in June to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in San José de Ushua
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 24320 Virgen Asunta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Inicial 277-25 Aurora del Oriente | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San José | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24343 Agustín Fernández Bellido | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24321 Virgen De La Asuncion | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 24322 San Juan Bautista | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in San José de Ushua
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San José de Ushua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José de Ushua
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraveli Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San José de Ushua?
San José de Ushua has a population of 127 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 698.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José de Ushua?
San José de Ushua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches, with 261.5 inches of snow.