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Capachica, Peru
Puno · Peru
Capachica is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 537. Elevation: 12,687 ft (3,867 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Capachica
Ccotos es un centro poblado en las riberas del Lago Titicaca en el departamento de Puno, Perú. Se encuentra ubicada al oeste de la isla Amantaní y pertenece a la península de Capachica.
People
Climate
| Population | 537 |
| Population Density | 243 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,687 ft (3,867 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.6419°, -69.8308° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.7 inches (881 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.7 inches (25 cm) |
About Capachica
Capachica is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 537. The city sits at an elevation of 12,687 feet (3,867 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,687 ft (3,867 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 243/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.6419°N, 69.8308°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (153 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 153 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 164 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 176 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in |
Capachica has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 45°F in July to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Capachica
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70036 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70017 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70015 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70028 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Enrique Torres Belon | — | — | — | — |
| San Salvador | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70046 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70020 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Corazon De Cristo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70016 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Abelardo Quiñones | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70019 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Capachica
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coca & Customs Museum | ||||
| Museo Carlos Dreyer | ||||
| Museo Marina de Guerra | ||||
| Yavari |
Libraries in Capachica
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central Universidad nacional del Altiplano | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de documentación Puno | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Capachica
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación de Comerciantes San Francisco de Asis | |||||
| Mercado BellaVista | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Huata | |||||
| Mercado Laykakota | |||||
| Mercado Niño San Salvador de Alto Puno | |||||
| Mercado Progreso | |||||
| Mercado ropa usada deportiva | |||||
| Mercado ropa usada empieza | |||||
| mercado ropa usada. empieza. viernes? | |||||
| Mercado Unión y Dignidad | |||||
| Mercado Yanacancha | |||||
| Parador turístico artesanal |
Hotels in Capachica
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Capachica
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Capachica
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Capachica
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Capachica
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Copacabana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ulla Ulla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Capachica
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Templo de San Salvador |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Capachica?
Capachica has a population of 537 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 243 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Capachica?
Capachica has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.