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Jacocha, Peru

Piura · Peru

Jacocha is a small town in Piura, Peru with a population of 624. Elevation: 9,439 ft (2,877 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

624 Population 3/sq mi density
9,439 ft Elevation 2,877 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
59.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population624
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation9,439 ft (2,877 m)
Population624
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation9,439 ft (2,877 m)
Coordinates-5.1920°, -79.5300°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePiura
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation59.2 inches (1,505 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jacocha

Jacocha is a small town in Peru (Piura) with a population of 624. The city sits at an elevation of 9,439 feet (2,877 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Jacocha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 59.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,439 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above Peru avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,439 ft (2,877 m)
Area215.1 sq mi (557.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-5.1920°N, 79.5300°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.2"
56% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.40"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

133 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 27, 2025.

Jul 30, 2021 7 km E of Sullana, Peru M6.2 124 km
Apr 3, 2012 5 km ENE of Piura, Peru M5.4 117 km
Feb 13, 2021 33 km W of Celica, Ecuador M5.3 141 km
Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 54 km
Sep 13, 2002 6 km SSE of Sullana, Peru M5.1 127 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 81 km
Oct 15, 2009 6 km NE of Las Lomas, Peru M5.0 100 km
Sep 29, 2002 0 km ESE of Sullana, Peru M5.0 131 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 134 km
Mar 27, 2010 11 km NNW of Salitral, Peru M4.9 141 km
Oct 3, 2003 3 km W of Vice, Peru M4.9 145 km
Mar 22, 2014 5 km WSW of Vice, Peru M4.9 146 km
May 25, 2004 9 km WNW of Suyo, Peru M4.9 100 km
Dec 7, 1995 16 km NE of Cariamanga, Ecuador M4.9 110 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 61 km
Mar 9, 2020 4 km NW of Sapillica, Peru M4.9 73 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 132 km
Apr 9, 2005 41 km ESE of Papayal, Peru M4.8 141 km
Jul 4, 2019 42 km ESE of Papayal, Peru M4.8 142 km
Sep 9, 2014 34 km W of Celica, Ecuador M4.8 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
February 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in
March 61°F (16°C) 7.4 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in
September 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in Coldest
November 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
December 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in

Jacocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 60°F in October to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.4") and July the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Jacocha

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 14430
Institución Educativa 14410 Felix Arcadio Peña Peña
Institución Educativa Javier Perez De Cuellar
Nestor Samuel Martos Garrido
Institución Educativa No. 15422
Institución Educativa No. 14440
Institución Educativa No. 14415
Institución Educativa No. 20481
Institución Educativa No. 20414
Institución Educativa 14429 Ricardo Humberto Ramos Plata
Institución Educativa No. 14437
Institución Educativa No. 15455
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Stadiums & Teams in Jacocha

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jacocha

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huancabamba AirportSmall Airport
Yapatera 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 Jacocha

What is the population of Jacocha?

Jacocha has a population of 624 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 215.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jacocha?

Jacocha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches.

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