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Alto Mayo, Peru
San Martín Department · Peru
Alto Mayo is a small town in San Martín Department, Peru with a population of 548. Elevation: 2,890 ft (881 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 548 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,890 ft (881 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.6983°, -77.4719° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | San Martín Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.2 inches (1,351 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alto Mayo
Alto Mayo is a small town in Peru (San Martín Department) with a population of 548. The city sits at an elevation of 2,890 feet (881 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,890 ft (881 m) |
| Area | 75.6 sq mi (195.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.6983°N, 77.4719°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.6 in |
Alto Mayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 72°F in July to 74°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (3.0").
Schools in Alto Mayo
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 890 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 1243 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 977 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 179 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 1000 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 645 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 22 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 00022 San Juan Del Mayo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 785 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 1024 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 109 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 1021 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Alto Mayo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zona Comercial Principal (Mercado) |
Airports Near Alto Mayo
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachapoyas Airport | CHH | Medium Airport |
| Juan Simons Vela Airport | RIJ | Medium Airport |
| Moyobamba Airport | MBP | Small Airport |
| San Nicolas Airport | RIM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Alto Mayo?
Alto Mayo has a population of 548 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 75.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alto Mayo?
Alto Mayo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.