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Capacmarca, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Capacmarca is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 624. Elevation: 11,778 ft (3,590 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

624 Population 32/sq mi density
11,778 ft Elevation 3,590 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
58.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population624
Density32/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation11,778 ft (3,590 m)
Population624
Population Density32 / sq mi
Elevation11,778 ft (3,590 m)
Coordinates-14.0080°, -72.0008°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation58.0 inches (1,473 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.5 inches (49 cm)

About Capacmarca

Capacmarca is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 624. The city sits at an elevation of 11,778 feet (3,590 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Capacmarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 11,778 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below Peru avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,778 ft (3,590 m)
Area19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates-14.0080°N, 72.0008°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.0"
53% above Peru avg
Snowfall 19.5"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.80"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

267 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 102 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 96 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 148 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 38 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 79 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 147 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 71 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 90 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 80 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 106 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 62 km
Apr 20, 1990 8 km SSE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 116 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 109 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 82 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 79 km
Feb 13, 2008 9 km ESE of Orcopampa, Peru M5.2 148 km
May 5, 2003 17 km WSW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 142 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 134 km
May 21, 2013 25 km WSW of Ocoruro, Peru M5.2 143 km
Aug 9, 2006 12 km WNW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (73 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 73 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 161 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 7.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 49°F (10°C) 7.1 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.6 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.2 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
September 47°F (9°C) 1.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
December 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in Warmest

Capacmarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 37°F in January to 50°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Capacmarca

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 50657 Pampura
Institución Educativa Santa Rosa
Institución educativa No. 56261
Institución Educativa No. 56261
Institución Educativa 54927 Patirara
Institución Educativa 50832 Patron Santiago
Institución Educativa No. 56351
Institución Educativa No. 501249
Institución Educativa No. 56411
Institución Educativa No. 56399
Institución Educativa No. 56260
Institución Educativa Las Americas
Institución Educativa No. 50385
Institución Educativa No. 56277
Institución Educativa 56277 San Antonio De Padua
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Radio Stations near Capacmarca

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Salkantay AAC+ 48 kbps
JVM la Estación (Cusco) baladas MP3 128 kbps
RAM Cusco MP3 128 kbps
Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) clasicos, cultural MP3
JVM la Estación baladas MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Capacmarca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Paruro

Clinics in Capacmarca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ccapacmarca

Banks in Capacmarca

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco de la Nación

Airports Near Capacmarca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Huanacopampa 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 Capacmarca

What is the population of Capacmarca?

Capacmarca has a population of 624 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Capacmarca?

Capacmarca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches, with 19.5 inches of snow.

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