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Cocas, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

Cocas is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 158. Elevation: 11,135 ft (3,394 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

158 Population 1/sq mi density
11,135 ft Elevation 3,394 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Cocas

Castrovirreyna is a town in central Peru, capital of Castrovirreyna Province in Huancavelica Region.

People

Population158
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation11,135 ft (3,394 m)
Population158
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation11,135 ft (3,394 m)
Coordinates-13.2760°, -75.3725°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (950 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cocas

Cocas is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 158. The city sits at an elevation of 11,135 feet (3,394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cocas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 11,135 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above Peru avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,135 ft (3,394 m)
Area273.4 sq mi (708.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-13.2760°N, 75.3725°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
2% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

346 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jul 8, 2025.

Aug 15, 2007 41 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M8.0 134 km
Aug 16, 2007 46 km WSW of Santiago, Peru M6.4 138 km
Jan 30, 2012 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.4 103 km
Apr 5, 1991 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M6.3 107 km
Mar 15, 2014 24 km SSW of Paracas, Peru M6.1 136 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 132 km
May 16, 1992 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru M6.1 91 km
Aug 18, 2007 7 km NNW of Paracas, Peru M6.0 115 km
Feb 2, 2009 40 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M6.0 133 km
Aug 16, 2007 46 km S of Paracas, Peru M6.0 145 km
Aug 17, 2007 44 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.9 138 km
Feb 18, 2014 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru M5.9 102 km
Aug 16, 2007 38 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.8 133 km
Aug 16, 2007 25 km W of Santiago, Peru M5.8 122 km
Aug 19, 2007 45 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.8 140 km
Jul 2, 2012 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru M5.7 130 km
Jan 25, 2019 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru M5.7 140 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 77 km
Aug 16, 2007 43 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.6 136 km
Aug 19, 2007 32 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.6 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 S. PERU Earthquake 10.1 m 596 134 km
1687 S. PERU Earthquake 5,000 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
February 45°F (7°C) 5.5 in Wettest
March 45°F (7°C) 5.5 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in
May 42°F (6°C) 0.4 in
June 40°F (5°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 40°F (4°C) 0.2 in Coldest
September 42°F (5°C) 0.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.3 in
December 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in

Cocas has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in August to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Cocas

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 22016
Institución Educativa No. 22081
Institución Educativa San Francisco
Institución Educativa Javier Perez De Cuellar
Institución Educativa No. 22014
Institución Educativa No. 22063
Institución Educativa No. 22583
Institución Educativa No. 22009
Institución Educativa San Antonio De Suytupampa
Institución Educativa No. 22067
Institución Educativa No. 22084
Institución Educativa No. 22596
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Radio Stations near Cocas

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio La Unika AAC+ 32 kbps

Airports Near Cocas

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguna Choclococha AirportSmall Airport
San Regis AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,989 m (13,088 ft)
Postal Code
09725

🇵🇪 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 Cocas

What is the population of Cocas?

Cocas has a population of 158 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 273.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cocas?

Cocas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

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