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La Cocha, Argentina

Tucuman · Argentina

La Cocha is a small city in Tucuman, Argentina with a population of 7,066. Elevation: 1,470 ft (448 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,066 Population 457/sq mi density
1,470 ft Elevation 448 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
37.0 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / Tucuman Timezone

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About La Cocha

La Cocha

La Cocha is a settlement in Tucumán Province in northern Argentina.

People

Population7,066
Density457/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Population7,066
Population Density457 / sq mi
Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Coordinates-27.7693°, -65.5871°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Tucuman
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceTucuman
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation37.0 inches (939 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Cocha

La Cocha is a small city in Argentina (Tucuman) with a population of 7,066. The city sits at an elevation of 1,470 feet (448 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Tucuman.

La Cocha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 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 37.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,470 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above Argentina avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Area15.5 sq mi (40.0 km²)
Population Density457/sq mi
Coordinates-27.7693°N, 65.5871°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Tucuman

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.51"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

228 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 18, 2025.

Sep 7, 2004 12 km SSW of San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca, Argentina M6.4 93 km
May 25, 1999 31 km SE of Londres, Argentina M5.8 134 km
Apr 3, 2009 39 km SW of Andalgalá, Argentina M5.7 99 km
May 15, 2001 49 km NW of Pomán, Argentina M5.6 100 km
Jun 17, 1997 29 km SSE of Termas de Río Hondo, Argentina M5.6 82 km
Feb 21, 2011 41 km NNE of Termas de Río Hondo, Argentina M5.6 112 km
Aug 12, 2009 49 km SW of Andalgalá, Argentina M5.5 108 km
Jun 22, 1998 52 km SE of Londres, Argentina M5.4 112 km
Jul 31, 2011 32 km SW of Andalgalá, Argentina M5.4 97 km
Jun 22, 2011 48 km SSW of Andalgalá, Argentina M5.3 98 km
Apr 6, 1997 33 km WSW of Capayán, Argentina M5.3 145 km
Jul 7, 2000 55 km SSW of Andalgalá, Argentina M5.3 104 km
Sep 25, 2019 41 km ESE of Londres, Argentina M5.3 115 km
Jan 19, 2010 26 km SW of Aguilares, Argentina M5.2 32 km
Feb 29, 1992 24 km NE of Alderetes, Argentina M5.2 136 km
Apr 30, 2000 37 km WSW of Tafí del Valle, Argentina M5.2 95 km
Sep 10, 1993 41 km ESE of Londres, Argentina M5.2 115 km
May 24, 2019 46 km SW of Andalgalá, Argentina M5.2 105 km
Sep 20, 2010 44 km NW of Pomán, Argentina M5.1 98 km
Mar 14, 2005 18 km N of Huillapima, Argentina M5.1 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.5 in Wettest
February 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in
March 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
April 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in
July 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in
October 71°F (21°C) 2.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in Warmest

La Cocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 51°F in July to 79°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and August the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in La Cocha

Institution Type Founded Website
Esc. Tec. Num 1 La Cocha College - ,
Instituto De Enseñanza Superior La Cocha College - ,

Schools in La Cocha

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela 294 Profesor Cesar Zelarayan - - - -
Escuela Olegario Victor Andrade - - - -
Escuela Doctor Mario Bravo - - - -
Escuela Técnica 1 La Cocha - - - -
Escuela 25 - - - -
Escuela Secundaria El Porvenir - - - -
Escuela Fausto Burgos - - - -
Escuela José María Torres - - - -
Escuela 244 Justo José de Urquiza - - - -
Escuela Secundaria Justo José de Urquiza - - - -
Escuela 24 Obispo Colombres - - - -
Escuela Joaquín Victor Gonzalez - - - -
Escuela Agrotécnica Los Pizarros - - - -
Escuela Secundaria Olegario Victor Andrade - - - -
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Libraries in La Cocha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca General San Martín0.0

Cafes in La Cocha

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Servicompras

Clinics in La Cocha

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro De Salud Huasa Pampa Norte

Bus Stations in La Cocha

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus Station Néstor Kirchner

Gas Stations in La Cocha

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell La Cocha
YPF La Colorada

Banks in La Cocha

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near La Cocha

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Termas de Río Hondo international AirportRHDMedium Airport
Concepción Airport-Small Airport
Las Termas Airport-Small Airport
Los Tucanes Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Cocha

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de San Ignacio de Loyola
Oratorio-Gruta de la Villa Nueva
Parroquia San José Obrero

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/Tucuman

🇦🇷 About Argentina

Capital Buenos Aires
Population 44,494,502
Area 2,766,890 km²
GDP (USD) $649,461,687,959
GDP per capita $14,262
HDI 0.849
Life expectancy 77.4 years
Internet users 89.2%
Urban population 92.2%
Currency ARS (Peso)
Languages Guaraní, Spanish
Calling code +54
TLD .ar
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Argentina

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Mar 24 Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice Día Nacional de la Memoria por la Verdad y la Justicia
Apr 2 Day of the Veterans and Fallen of the Malvinas War Día del Veterano y de los Caídos en la Guerra de Malvinas
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajador
May 25 May Revolution Día de la Revolución de Mayo
Jun 15 Anniversary of the Passing of General Martín Miguel de Güemes Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Martín Miguel de Güemes
Jun 20 General Manuel Belgrano Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Manuel Belgrano
Jul 9 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 17 General José de San Martín Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General José de San Martín
Oct 12 Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural
Nov 23 National Sovereignty Day Día de la Soberanía Nacional
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Day Día de la Inmaculada Concepción de María
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Cocha

What is the population of La Cocha?

La Cocha has a population of 7,066 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 457 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Cocha?

La Cocha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches.

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