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Rocha, Uruguay
Rocha Department · Uruguay
Rocha is a small city in Rocha Department, Uruguay with a population of 25,515. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rocha
Rocha is the capital city of the Rocha Department in Uruguay. With a population of 26,784, it is the 22nd-largest city in Uruguay.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,515 |
| Population Density | 3,197 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.4800°, -54.3306° |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
| Country | 🇺🇾 Uruguay |
| State / Province | Rocha Department |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.3 inches (1,176 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rocha
Rocha is a small city in Uruguay (Rocha Department) with a population of 25,515. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is America/Montevideo.
Climate in Rocha
Rocha has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1299 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above Uruguay avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,197/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.4800°N, 54.3306°W |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
Rocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 51°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.3") and December the driest (3.2").
Colleges & Universities in Rocha
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto de Formación Docente de Rocha | College | - | Visit → |
| UdelaR CURE Sede Rocha | University | - | , |
Schools in Rocha
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 32 José H. Figueira | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 1 Departamental Doña Cora Vigliola de Renaud | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 3 de Rocha Mariana Saldain Pioli | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 2 Profesor Rosalío A. Pereyra | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Técnica Rocha | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 97 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 72 Peregrina Balboa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 75 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 45 Juana de Ibarbourou | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 44 Felicia Banat | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 43 General Fructuoso Rivera | - | - | - | - |
| CEIMER | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 11 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 4 Juan Antonio Lavalleja | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 2 José Pedro Varela | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 1 José Pedro Ramírez | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San José | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 7 Artigas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 90 República Italiana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 58 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Agraria Rocha | - | - | - | - |
| CEA Escuela 90 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rocha
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FM Buenos Aires 104.1 | baladas en español, hits | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| América FM 103.3 | entretenimiento, latino | AAC 128 kbps |
Hotels in Rocha
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rocha
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rocha
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rocha
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rocha
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rocha
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rocha
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rocha
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rocha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rocha
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Jagüel / Punta del Este Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia El Monasterio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Rinconada Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rocha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saman Lascano Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rocha
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Rocha | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Fátima |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uruguay
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rocha
What is the population of Rocha?
Rocha has a population of 25,515 residents and is located in Uruguay. The population density is 3,197 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rocha?
Rocha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.