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Caritamaya, Peru
Puno · Peru
Caritamaya is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 540. Elevation: 12,589 ft (3,837 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Caritamaya
Ácora ist Verwaltungssitz des Distrikts Ácora in der Region Puno in Süd-Peru. Die Kleinstadt hatte 3310 Einwohner beim Zensus 2017, zehn Jahre zuvor lag die Einwohnerzahl bei 2725.
People
Climate
| Population | 540 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,589 ft (3,837 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.0080°, -69.7561° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.1 inches (1,069 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 26.2 inches (67 cm) |
About Caritamaya
Caritamaya is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 540. The city sits at an elevation of 12,589 feet (3,837 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,589 ft (3,837 m) |
| Area | 726.9 sq mi (1,882.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.0080°N, 69.7561°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutupaca (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 131 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 135 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 139 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 7.2 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in |
Caritamaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 38°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Caritamaya
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Tupac Amaru Ii | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70170 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70136 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70084 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70122 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70098 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Florentino Ameghino | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70116 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70131 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Thunuhuaya | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70127 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Thunco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70139 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70087 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Enrique Encinas Franco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70137 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70616 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70118 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70147 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Caritamaya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Wawamarka | ||||
| Yavari |
Farmers Markets in Caritamaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Booths | |||||
| Mercado Central Ilave | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo San Miguel | |||||
| Vírgen de Natividad de Platería |
Monuments in Caritamaya
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Caritamaya
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Caritamaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Caritamaya
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Copacabana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Caritamaya?
Caritamaya has a population of 540 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 726.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Caritamaya?
Caritamaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 26.2 inches of snow.