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Acopía, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Acopía is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 1,440. Elevation: 12,182 ft (3,713 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,440 Population 6/sq mi density
12,182 ft Elevation 3,713 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
52.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population1,440
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation12,182 ft (3,713 m)
Population1,440
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation12,182 ft (3,713 m)
Coordinates-14.0579°, -71.4931°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation52.7 inches (1,338 mm)
Annual Snowfall45.0 inches (114 cm)

About Acopía

Acopía is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 1,440. The city sits at an elevation of 12,182 feet (3,713 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Acopía has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°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 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 45.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,182 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,182 ft (3,713 m)
Area251.0 sq mi (650.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-14.0579°N, 71.4931°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.7"
39% above Peru avg
Snowfall 45.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.60"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

248 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 130 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 99 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 57 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 130 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 133 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 88 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 129 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 68 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 102 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 123 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 112 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 82 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 130 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 85 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 134 km
Apr 20, 1990 8 km SSE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 90 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 135 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 80 km
May 21, 2013 25 km WSW of Ocoruro, Peru M5.2 120 km
May 5, 2003 17 km WSW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (20 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 20 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 176 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 6.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 48°F (9°C) 6.1 in
March 47°F (9°C) 5.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 44°F (6°C) 0.4 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in
August 42°F (6°C) 0.3 in
September 45°F (7°C) 1.0 in
October 47°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in Warmest

Acopía has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 39°F in January to 48°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.6") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Acopía

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Miguel Angel Hurtado Delgado - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50096 - - - -
Institución Educativa Sagrado Corazon De Jesus - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50072 - - - -
Institución Educativa Didascalio Nuestra Señora De La Esperanza - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Acopía

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria de Ganados y Vacunos
Mercado Central de Combapata
Mercado de Yanaoca
Mercado Ferial de Combapata
Mercado Multiuso Cusipata

Hotels in Acopía

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yanampampa Lodge

Stadiums & Teams in Acopía

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Airports Near Acopía

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Yauri Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Acopía

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla Pequeñita

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,724 m (12,218 ft)
Postal Code
08295

🇵🇪 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 Acopía

What is the population of Acopía?

Acopía has a population of 1,440 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 251.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acopía?

Acopía has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 45.0 inches of snow.

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