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Ocoña, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Ocoña is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 1,365. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,365 Population 402/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
2.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Ocoña

Ocoña

The Ocoña River is a river located in the Arequipa region in southern Peru. It helped form Peru's deep canyon walls.

People

Population1,365
Density402/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain2.5 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population1,365
Population Density402 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-16.4331°, -73.1078°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation2.5 inches (64 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ocoña

Ocoña is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 1,365. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ocoña enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 2.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above Peru avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density402/sq mi
Coordinates-16.4331°N, 73.1078°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 2.5"
93% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.10"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

878 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jun 23, 2001 6 km SSW of Atico, Peru M8.4 60 km
Apr 3, 1999 6 km SE of Camaná, Peru M6.8 54 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 102 km
Jul 18, 2017 22 km S of Atico, Peru M6.4 56 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 97 km
Jun 23, 2001 56 km SSW of Quilca, Peru M6.1 97 km
Jun 3, 2003 81 km SSW of Quilca, Peru M6.0 108 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 122 km
Jun 23, 2001 61 km S of Atico, Peru M5.9 67 km
Jun 23, 2001 44 km SSW of Mollendo, Peru M5.8 147 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 109 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 136 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 95 km
Jun 29, 2015 27 km SSE of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 131 km
Jun 25, 2001 73 km SSW of Atico, Peru M5.7 86 km
Jun 26, 2022 108 km S of Atico, Peru M5.7 109 km
Jun 23, 2001 48 km S of Atico, Peru M5.7 58 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 117 km
Feb 16, 2016 26 km S of Atico, Peru M5.7 53 km
Oct 15, 1997 10 km NNE of Atico, Peru M5.7 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2001 S. PERU Earthquake 8.8 m 103 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huambo (124 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 124 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 140 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 152 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in
July 60°F (15°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
November 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in

Ocoña has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Ocoña

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Cped - 40259 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 40259 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 41043 - - - -
Institución Educativa Belen - - - -
Institución Educativa 40240 Luz A. Carnero Dongo - - - -
Institución Educativa Jose Maria Morante - - - -
Institución Educativa Divino Niño Jesus De Ocoña - - - -
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Hotels in Ocoña

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hospedaje Marujita

Restaurants in Ocoña

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apisca
Noa Resto Bar
Palermo Restaurant
Restaurant Eva
Sayusi
Tourist restaurant CAPISCA

Clinics in Ocoña

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Ocoña

Gas Stations in Ocoña

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

EESS y Comercializadora Virgen del Buen Paso

Airports Near Ocoña

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Atico Airport-Small Airport
Caraveli Airport-Small 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 Ocoña

What is the population of Ocoña?

Ocoña has a population of 1,365 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 402 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ocoña?

Ocoña enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.5 inches.

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