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Cocachacra, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Cocachacra is a small city in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 8,799. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Cocachacra
Cocachacra District is one of the six districts of the province of Islay in Peru. It is spread over an area of 1,549 km².
People
Climate
| Population | 8,799 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.0883°, -71.7575° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.2 inches (55 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cocachacra
Cocachacra is a small city in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 8,799. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Area | 731.6 sq mi (1,894.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.0883°N, 71.7575°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 124 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 129 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chachani, Nevado (103 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 110 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 145 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 145 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 147 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 166 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in |
Cocachacra has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.1") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Cocachacra
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 40483 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40518 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 41513 Sagrado Corazon De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Chucarapi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De La Asunta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jesus De Nazareth | — | — | — | — |
| Valle De Tambo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 41048 Cristo Rey | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 40482 San Martin De Porres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Mariano de Rivero y Ustariz | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Cocachacra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal Cocachacra | |||||
| Mercado Señor de los Milagros | |||||
| Mercado Túpac Amaru | |||||
| Supermarket Mejía |
Hotels in Cocachacra
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cocachacra
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cocachacra
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cocachacra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cocachacra
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rodríguez Ballón International Airport | AQP | Large Airport |
| General Jorge Fernandez Maldon Airport | ILQ | Medium Airport |
| Campamento De Ilo Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Mariano Melgar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mollendo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vitor Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cocachacra
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Inmaculada Concepción de Pampa Blanca |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cocachacra?
Cocachacra has a population of 8,799 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 731.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cocachacra?
Cocachacra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.2 inches.