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Cochas, Peru
Junin · Peru
Cochas is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 488. Elevation: 13,314 ft (4,058 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 488 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,314 ft (4,058 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.6599°, -75.1022° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.1 inches (1,654 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 83.8 inches (213 cm) |
About Cochas
Cochas is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 488. The city sits at an elevation of 13,314 feet (4,058 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,314 ft (4,058 m) |
| Area | 9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.6599°N, 75.1022°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in |
Cochas has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 41°F in July to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Cochas
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 30371 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30378 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30297 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30382 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31224 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ramon Castilla | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30368 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30387 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30381 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31319 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30383 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30366 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30299 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cochas
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Huancayo | peruvian cumbia, pop music | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. | rock, alternative | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Clasica Rock&Pop | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Stadiums & Teams in Cochas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cochas
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imperial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mayor PNP Nancy Flores Paucar Airport | MZA | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cochas
What is the population of Cochas?
Cochas has a population of 488 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cochas?
Cochas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches, with 83.8 inches of snow.