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Atacocha, Peru
Pasco · Peru
Atacocha is a small town in Pasco, Peru with a population of 920. Elevation: 13,268 ft (4,044 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Atacocha
Compañía Minera Atacocha, S.A.A, better known as Atacocha, is a Peruvian mining company engaged in the exploration and exploitation of mine concessions. Since 2009, it operates under Nexa Resources Atacocha, S.A.A., and is listed in the country's exchange.
People
Climate
| Population | 920 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,268 ft (4,044 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.5734°, -76.2149° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Pasco |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.5 inches (1,460 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 133.0 inches (338 cm) |
About Atacocha
Atacocha is a small town in Peru (Pasco) with a population of 920. The city sits at an elevation of 13,268 feet (4,044 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.9°F |
| 34% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,268 ft (4,044 m) |
| Area | 99.5 sq mi (257.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.5734°N, 76.2149°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 71 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 42°F (5°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 42°F (6°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
Atacocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 34°F in January to 45°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.4") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Atacocha
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 34401 Virgen Del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 34054 Tupac Amaru Ii | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 34364 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 34333 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 34109 Jose Antonio Encinas Franco | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 34149 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Victor Arias Vicuña | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 34595 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 34329 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa La Cantuta | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 34053 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 34584 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 34022 Isaac Newton | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 34058 Jose Faustino Sanchez Carrion | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 34114 Inca Garcilazo De La Vega | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Atacocha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCADO "REAL DE MINAS" |
Stadiums & Teams in Atacocha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Atacocha
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Atacocha?
Atacocha has a population of 920 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 99.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atacocha?
Atacocha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches, with 133.0 inches of snow.