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San Marcos de Rocchac, Peru

Huancavelica · Peru

San Marcos de Rocchac is a small town in Huancavelica, Peru with a population of 282. Elevation: 10,466 ft (3,190 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

282 Population 14/sq mi density
10,466 ft Elevation 3,190 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population282
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation10,466 ft (3,190 m)
Population282
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation10,466 ft (3,190 m)
Coordinates-12.0939°, -74.8636°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuancavelica
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation56.3 inches (1,431 mm)
Annual Snowfall159.1 inches (404 cm)

About San Marcos de Rocchac

San Marcos de Rocchac is a small town in Peru (Huancavelica) with a population of 282. The city sits at an elevation of 10,466 feet (3,190 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

San Marcos de Rocchac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 56.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 159.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,466 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 40°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below Peru avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,466 ft (3,190 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.3 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-12.0939°N, 74.8636°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.3"
48% above Peru avg
Snowfall 159.1"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.50"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

171 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 133 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 99 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 46 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 61 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 150 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 87 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 135 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 91 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 77 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 119 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 130 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 145 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 59 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 120 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 8 km
Jul 9, 2021 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru M5.1 128 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 131 km
Mar 7, 1997 39 km E of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.1 148 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 143 km
Aug 11, 2002 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.1 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 5.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 58°F (15°C) 5.3 in
March 58°F (14°C) 5.4 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
August 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
November 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest
December 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in

San Marcos de Rocchac has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 35°F in January to 60°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in San Marcos de Rocchac

36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 31235
Institución Educativa No. 31237
Institución Educativa No. 36826
Institución Educativa No. 31094
Institución Educativa No. 30967
Institución Educativa 7 De Junio
Institución Educativa No. 30965
Institución Educativa No. 31091
Institución Educativa No. 31093
Institución Educativa Maciste Diaz Abad
Institución Educativa Juan Velazco Alvarado
Institución Educativa No. 31209
Institución Educativa No. 31238
Institución Educativa No. 36445
Institución Educativa Andres Avelino Caceres
Institución Educativa No. 30972
Institución Educativa No. 31275
Institución Educativa No. 31098
Institución Educativa No. 31406
Institución Educativa No. 31377
Institución Educativa No. 31584
Institución Educativa No. 31341
Institución Educativa No. 31177
Institución Educativa 24 De Junio
Institución Educativa 30044 Javier Heraud
Institución Educativa No. 30838
Institución Educativa No. 30041
Institución Educativa No. 31470
Institución Educativa Jose Antonio Encinas Franco
Institución Educativa No. 36476
Institución Educativa No. 30018
Institución Educativa No. 30445
Institución Educativa No. 30602
Institución Educativa No. 31092
Institución Educativa No. 30966
Institución Educativa Ramon Castilla
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Radio Stations near San Marcos de Rocchac

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

Farmers Markets in San Marcos de Rocchac

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Pichos

Clinics in San Marcos de Rocchac

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Isidro de Acobamba

Stadiums & Teams in San Marcos de Rocchac

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Marcos de Rocchac

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial 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 San Marcos de Rocchac

What is the population of San Marcos de Rocchac?

San Marcos de Rocchac has a population of 282 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 20.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Marcos de Rocchac?

San Marcos de Rocchac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches, with 159.1 inches of snow.

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