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Cochabamba, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Cochabamba is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 470. Elevation: 6,877 ft (2,096 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

470 Population 3/sq mi density
6,877 ft Elevation 2,096 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
17.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population470
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation6,877 ft (2,096 m)
Population470
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,877 ft (2,096 m)
Coordinates-9.4936°, -77.8594°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation17.9 inches (454 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cochabamba

Cochabamba is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 470. The city sits at an elevation of 6,877 feet (2,096 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cochabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 17.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,877 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Peru avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,877 ft (2,096 m)
Area137.0 sq mi (354.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-9.4936°N, 77.8594°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.9"
53% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.58"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

116 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 13, 2025.

Jul 17, 1992 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.8 124 km
May 12, 1992 40 km W of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.7 98 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 79 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 112 km
May 11, 2002 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 125 km
Dec 14, 1990 70 km WSW of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.6 125 km
Jan 19, 1996 72 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.6 137 km
Jan 15, 2020 57 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.4 125 km
Mar 30, 2013 68 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.4 131 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 107 km
Jan 28, 2017 55 km WSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.3 126 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 119 km
Jan 15, 2019 44 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.2 145 km
Oct 18, 1992 25 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.2 98 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 76 km
Dec 14, 1993 53 km SW of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.1 128 km
Mar 21, 2015 33 km SSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.1 95 km
May 5, 2013 68 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.1 136 km
Oct 19, 1992 30 km S of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.1 67 km
Nov 22, 1990 51 km W of Huarmey, Peru M5.1 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 33 km
1970 N. PERU Earthquake 0.5 m 66,794 108 km
1678 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
March 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in Wettest
April 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in
June 53°F (11°C) 0.0 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 53°F (11°C) 0.1 in Coldest
September 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.2 in

Cochabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 53°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Cochabamba

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 88300
Institución Educativa No. 86681
Institución Educativa No. 86784
Institución Educativa No. 86110
Institución Educativa No. 86062
Institución Educativa No. 86118
Institución Educativa No. 86119
Institución Educativa No. 86120
Institución Educativa No. 86116
Institución Educativa No. 88289
Institución Educativa No. 88374
Institución Educativa No. 86061
Institución Educativa No. 86133
Institución Educativa No. 86115
Institución Educativa No. 88309
Institución Educativa No. 88296
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Farmers Markets in Cochabamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino"
Mercado La Paradita
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Yautan

Breweries in Cochabamba

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal

Stadiums & Teams in Cochabamba

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Airports Near Cochabamba

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani AirportATAMedium Airport
FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales AirportCHMMedium Airport
Caraz AirportSmall Airport
Casma 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 Cochabamba

What is the population of Cochabamba?

Cochabamba has a population of 470 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 137.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cochabamba?

Cochabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.

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