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Ccochaccasa, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Ccochaccasa is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 996. Elevation: 13,698 ft (4,175 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

996 Population 5/sq mi density
13,698 ft Elevation 4,175 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
55.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Ccochaccasa

Ccochaccasa

Lircay is a town in Central Peru, capital of the province Angaraes in the region Huancavelica. It is located at an altitude of 3,278 m.
The town had a population according to the 2007 census of 6,563 people. Most of the people of the town belong to the native American race.

People

Population996
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation13,698 ft (4,175 m)
Population996
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation13,698 ft (4,175 m)
Coordinates-12.9257°, -74.7702°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation55.4 inches (1,406 mm)
Annual Snowfall226.9 inches (576 cm)

About Ccochaccasa

Ccochaccasa is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 996. The city sits at an elevation of 13,698 feet (4,175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ccochaccasa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 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 55.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 226.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,698 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below Peru avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,698 ft (4,175 m)
Area198.5 sq mi (514.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-12.9257°N, 74.7702°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.4"
46% above Peru avg
Snowfall 226.9"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.90"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

142 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 3, 2025.

May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 120 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 62 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 111 km
May 6, 2012 14 km SE of Humay, Peru M5.6 149 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 125 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 98 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 149 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 81 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 40 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 141 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 115 km
Aug 16, 2007 15 km NE of Humay, Peru M5.2 135 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 86 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 39 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 78 km
Aug 20, 2017 19 km SSW of Huancano, Peru M5.1 136 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 68 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 98 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 43 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 5.4 in Warmest
February 49°F (9°C) 5.9 in Wettest
March 48°F (9°C) 5.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
May 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
July 47°F (8°C) 0.5 in
August 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
September 47°F (9°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 49°F (10°C) 2.4 in
December 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in

Ccochaccasa has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 45°F in June to 59°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Ccochaccasa

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 36120
Institución Educativa German Caro Rios
Institución Educativa No. 36293
Institución Educativa Francisco Izquierdo Rios
Institución Educativa No. 36319
Institución Educativa No. 36443
Institución Educativa No. 36647
Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui
Institución Educativa No. 36776
Institución Educativa No. 36298
Institución Educativa No. 36543
Institución Educativa No. 36479
Institución Educativa Jose Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales
Institución Educativa Velasco Pucapampa
Institución Educativa No. 36786
Institución Educativa No. 36440
Institución Educativa No. 36564
Institución Educativa No. 36336
Institución Educativa No. 36686
Institución Educativa 1 De Mayo
Institución Educativa No. 37506
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Radio Stations near Ccochaccasa

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Ccochaccasa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional Daniel Hernández Morillo

Farmers Markets in Ccochaccasa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mega Centro
Mercado de Abastos de Huancavelica
Qatun Tambo Anqara

Clinics in Ccochaccasa

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ccochaccasa
San Juan de Ccarhuacc

Stadiums & Teams in Ccochaccasa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ccochaccasa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Choclococha AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,278 m (10,755 ft)
Postal Code
09406

🇵🇪 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 Ccochaccasa

What is the population of Ccochaccasa?

Ccochaccasa has a population of 996 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 198.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ccochaccasa?

Ccochaccasa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches, with 226.9 inches of snow.

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