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Cochamarca, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Cochamarca is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 424. Elevation: 11,286 ft (3,440 m). Average temperature: 87°F (30°C).

Data updated June 2026

424 Population 1/sq mi density
11,286 ft Elevation 3,440 meters
87°F Avg Temperature 30°C
74.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population424
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp87°F (30°C)
Rain74.3 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation11,286 ft (3,440 m)
Population424
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation11,286 ft (3,440 m)
Coordinates-10.8625°, -77.1290°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature87°F (30°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation74.3 inches (1,887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cochamarca

Cochamarca is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 424. The city sits at an elevation of 11,286 feet (3,440 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 87°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cochamarca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 74.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 11,286 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average86.7°F
61% above Peru avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,286 ft (3,440 m)
Area590.0 sq mi (1,528.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-10.8625°N, 77.1290°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.3"
96% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

144 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 109 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 74 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 133 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 127 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 87 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 86 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 113 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 148 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 146 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 110 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 128 km
Dec 6, 2000 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru M5.2 131 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 74 km
Mar 20, 1998 54 km W of Callao, Peru M5.2 150 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 76 km
Jul 29, 2004 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.1 122 km
Jan 6, 2017 66 km WSW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 127 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 100 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 93 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis 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 72 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 126 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 127 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 138 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 127 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 3.2 in
February 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in
March 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.2 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 0.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in
December 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in

Cochamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 50°F in June to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Cochamarca

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 20931
Institución Educativa No. 21004
Institución Educativa No. 20103
Institución Educativa No. 21009
Institución Educativa No. 20099
Institución Educativa 20047 Santo Tomas
Institución educativa No. 20050
Institución Educativa No. 20050
Institución Educativa No. 20101
Institución Educativa No. 20991
Institución Educativa No. 20049
Institución Educativa No. 21015
Institución Educativa No. 20993
Institución Educativa No. 20982
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Clinics in Cochamarca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cochamarca

Airports Near Cochamarca

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huacho AirportSmall Airport
Patao AirportSmall Airport
Pativilca AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cochamarca

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Huacá

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 Cochamarca

What is the population of Cochamarca?

Cochamarca has a population of 424 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 590.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cochamarca?

Cochamarca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 87°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.

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