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Desaguadero, Peru
Puno · Peru
Desaguadero is a small city in Puno, Peru with a population of 5,329. Elevation: 12,566 ft (3,830 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Desaguadero
Desaguadero or Chaka Marka is a town on the Bolivian-Peruvian border. On the Bolivian side it is situated in the La Paz Department, Ingavi Province, Desaguadero Municipality, Desaguadero Canton. On the Peruvian side it lies in the Puno Region, Chucuito Province, Desaguadero District. Both parts of the town are united by a binational bridge.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,329 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,566 ft (3,830 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.5661°, -69.0420° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.6 inches (1,030 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.2 inches (13 cm) |
About Desaguadero
Desaguadero is a small city in Peru (Puno) with a population of 5,329. The city sits at an elevation of 12,566 feet (3,830 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,566 ft (3,830 m) |
| Area | 74.0 sq mi (191.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.5661°N, 69.0420°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (141 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 141 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 151 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 177 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 178 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
Desaguadero has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 42°F in June to 51°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.6") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Desaguadero
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70288 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Internacional Desaguadero | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Binacional Luz Y Ciencia | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 71005 | — | — | — | — |
| Desaguadero | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70287 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70612 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 70635 Horacio Zeballos Gámez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Tawantinsuyo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Luciano Chambi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70246 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Técnico Comercial | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 70247 Juan Velazco Alvarado | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Desaguadero
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Culturas Contemporáneas | ||||
| Museo de Locomotoras | ||||
| Museo Histórico del Lago Titikaka |
Farmers Markets in Desaguadero
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado Kelluyo | |||||
| Mercado Zepita |
Hotels in Desaguadero
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Desaguadero
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Desaguadero
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Desaguadero
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Desaguadero
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Desaguadero
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Desaguadero
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Desaguadero
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Copacabana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laja Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Desaguadero?
Desaguadero has a population of 5,329 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 74.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Desaguadero?
Desaguadero has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.