Cocabamba i
Mountain town · Amazonas

Cocabamba

Provincia de Luya · Peru

Local time
09:58 PM
Population
349
Elevation
2,740 m
Best time to go
Jun–Aug
Go score 93/100
Main airport
CHH
48 km
Time zone
UTC-5
America/Lima
At a glance

The best months to visit are June–August.

November is the hottest month, with highs around 24°C (74°F).

July is the coldest month, with lows around 10°C (49°F).

The wettest month is March, with rain on about 16 days.

July is the sunniest month, with about 7.4 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 66% of places in Peru.

Weather

16-day forecast

Cocabamba weather forecast

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European AQI16Good
PM2.53.9
PM103.9
NO₂8.2
O₃35
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Climate

Best time to visit Cocabamba

Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goJune–August
5°11°18°24°30° 075150 mm Jan · 86 mmFeb · 98 mmMar · 131 mmApr · 94 mmMay · 45 mmJun · 29 mmJul · 28 mmAug · 28 mmSep · 54 mmOct · 100 mmNov · 87 mmDec · 79 mm 23°22°22°23°23°23°23°23°23°23°24°23° 12°12°12°12°11°10°10°10°11°11°11°12° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high23°22°22°23°23°23°23°23°23°23°24°23°
Average low12°12°12°12°11°10°10°10°11°11°11°12°
Rainfall (mm)86981319445292828541008779
Rain days13161614107659101012
Sunshine per day (h)5.85.85.767.16.97.47.26.45.37.26.5
Daylight (h)12.512.312.21211.811.711.811.912.112.312.412.5
Humidity (%)737677777472696669726971
Wind (km/h)131313131312121313141314
Go score757170758489929383788478

The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Cocabamba
Practical

Cocabamba: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.

Power plugs
ABC
Voltage
220 V · 60 Hz
Driving
Drive on the right
Currency

Peruvian Sol

PEN · S/.

Languages
Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code
+51
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
2
Exercise increased cautionUS travel advisory
Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the countryUK travel advice · Oct 9, 2026
Read the full advice
Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurantPEN 45.00≈ $13.00
  • CappuccinoPEN 11.00≈ $3.10
  • Beer (0.5 l)PEN 16.00≈ $4.60
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)PEN 5.10≈ $1.40
  • Taxi, 5 kmPEN 32.00≈ $8.90
  • Public transport ticketPEN 5.90≈ $1.70
  • Mid-range hotel, per nightPEN 380≈ $105

Estimated from Peru’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 54% of US levels.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Nov 1All Saints Day
  • Dec 8Immaculate Conception
  • Dec 9Battle of Ayacucho
  • Dec 25Christmas Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
Earthquake history

4 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.

Strongest: M6 (2005).

Map

How to get to Cocabamba

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Cocabamba

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Cocabamba
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Wildlife around here

The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Cocabamba?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Cocabamba is June–August.

What is the weather like in Cocabamba in October?

In October, Cocabamba averages a high of 23°C (74°F) and a low of 11°C (52°F), with 100 mm of rain on about 10 days.

What is the rainiest month in Cocabamba?

March, with rain on about 16 days.

What is the nearest airport to Cocabamba?

Chachapoyas Airport (CHH), about 48 km away.

What power plugs are used in Peru?

Plug types A, B, C, 220 V.

What currency is used in Peru?

Peruvian Sol (PEN).

What is the emergency number in Peru?

105.

Is Peru safe to visit?

US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country.

What time zone is Cocabamba in?

America/Lima (UTC-5).

What is the population of Cocabamba?

About 349.