Acobamba, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Acobamba is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 219. Elevation: 10,266 ft (3,129 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 219 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,266 ft (3,129 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.3262°, -77.5817° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (1 cm) |
About Acobamba
Acobamba is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 219. The city sits at an elevation of 10,266 feet (3,129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,266 ft (3,129 m) |
| Area | 141.4 sq mi (366.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3262°S, 77.5817°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 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 3.3 in |
Acobamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in January to 59°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Acobamba
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 84173 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 84271 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 84172 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Manuel Scorza | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 84229 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Acobamba
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Exitosa | news, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio La Inolvidable | - | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Mágica 88.3 FM | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Urbana (Caraz - Ancash Peru) | noticias, reggaeton | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Airports Near Acobamba
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caraz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagual Airport | CGL | Small Airport |
| Huamachuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pampa Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quiruvilca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Acobamba?
Acobamba has a population of 219 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 141.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Acobamba?
Acobamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.
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