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Acos, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Acos is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 507. Elevation: 5,121 ft (1,561 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

507 Population 1/sq mi density
5,121 ft Elevation 1,561 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
11.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population507
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Population507
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Coordinates-11.2741°, -76.8206°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation11.9 inches (303 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Acos

Acos is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 507. The city sits at an elevation of 5,121 feet (1,561 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Acos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 11.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,121 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above Peru avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Area590.0 sq mi (1,528.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-11.2741°N, 76.8206°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.9"
69% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

175 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 53 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 93 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 121 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 145 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 83 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 130 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 71 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 123 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 88 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 59 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 149 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 107 km
Jun 3, 2014 20 km W of Chilca, Peru M5.2 138 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 128 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 100 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 63 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 129 km
Jan 6, 2017 66 km WSW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 150 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 128 km
Jun 7, 2008 63 km SW of Callao, Peru M5.0 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 36 km
1586 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 26.0 m 22 149 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 90 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 86 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 97 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 83 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 97 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in Warmest
February 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
March 49°F (10°C) 5.1 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in

Acos has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 45°F in August to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Acos

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 20424 San Miguel Arcangel
Institución Educativa 20426 Augusto Benavidez Estrada
Institución Educativa 20268 Emilio Durand Calderon
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Radio Stations near Acos

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vinilo ¡Tu radio retro! 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000 oldies & retro hits 70s 80s 90s 00s AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Acos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca - Museo Comunal0.0

Farmers Markets in Acos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Inmaculada Concepcción

Hotels in Acos

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Santa Julia

Clinics in Acos

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Acos

Airports Near Acos

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jorge Chávez International AirportLIMLarge Airport
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport
Vicco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Acos

What is the population of Acos?

Acos has a population of 507 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 590.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acos?

Acos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.9 inches.

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