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Islay (Matarani), Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Islay (Matarani) is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 4,823. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

4,823 Population 28/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
2.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Islay (Matarani)


Matarani is a port city in Arequipa Region, Peru. It is a major port on the southern coast of Peru. The port is operated by Tisur.

People

Population4,823
Density28/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain2.2 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population4,823
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates-16.9961°, -72.1011°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation2.2 inches (55 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Islay (Matarani)

Islay (Matarani) is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 4,823. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Islay (Matarani) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 2.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above Peru avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area172.8 sq mi (447.7 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates-16.9961°N, 72.1011°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 2.2"
94% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.04"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

804 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 25, 2025.

Jul 7, 2001 51 km SW of Punta de Bombón, Peru M7.6 61 km
Apr 3, 1999 6 km SE of Camaná, Peru M6.8 70 km
Jun 26, 2001 34 km WSW of Pacocha, Peru M6.7 96 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 123 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 119 km
Jun 23, 2001 56 km SSW of Quilca, Peru M6.1 61 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 129 km
Jun 3, 2003 81 km SSW of Quilca, Peru M6.0 85 km
Jun 23, 2001 21 km S of Pacocha, Peru M5.8 123 km
Jan 27, 2004 31 km SE of El Algarrobal, Peru M5.8 144 km
Aug 3, 2000 59 km SSW of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.8 78 km
Jun 23, 2001 44 km SSW of Mollendo, Peru M5.8 45 km
Jun 8, 1990 44 km S of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.7 71 km
Jun 23, 2001 33 km SW of Pacocha, Peru M5.6 110 km
Jun 24, 2001 22 km WSW of Pacocha, Peru M5.6 103 km
Jun 24, 2001 48 km SSW of Punta de Bombón, Peru M5.5 67 km
Feb 7, 2007 22 km ESE of El Algarrobal, Peru M5.5 135 km
Apr 4, 1990 26 km SE of Urasqui, Peru M5.5 130 km
Jun 23, 2001 88 km SW of Islay (Matarani), Peru M5.5 89 km
Aug 15, 2016 11 km SW of Tapay, Peru M5.5 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1715 PERU Earthquake — — 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chachani, Nevado (108 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 108 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 130 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 137 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 140 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 177 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in
May 65°F (19°C) 0.0 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
August 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in

Islay (Matarani) has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 62°F in August to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.0") and March the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Islay (Matarani)

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Espiritu Santo — — — —
Institución Educativa Coquito — — — —
Institución Educativa El Buen Pastor — — — —
Institución Educativa 40479 Miguel Grau — — — —
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Museums in Islay (Matarani)

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura

Libraries in Islay (Matarani)

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Islay (Matarani)

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado San José
Mercado Túpac Amaru
Mercado Virgen de Copacabana
Supermarket Mejía

Hotels in Islay (Matarani)

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hostal Bahia del Puerto
Plaza Pacífico

Restaurants in Islay (Matarani)

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal

Clinics in Islay (Matarani)

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Matarani

Train Stations in Islay (Matarani)

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Guerreros
Mataraní

Bus Stations in Islay (Matarani)

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buses

Gas Stations in Islay (Matarani)

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grifo Sr. de los Milagros

Banks in Islay (Matarani)

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco de la Nación

Stadiums & Teams in Islay (Matarani)

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Airports Near Islay (Matarani)

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rodríguez Ballón International AirportAQPLarge Airport
Mariano Melgar Airport—Small Airport
Mollendo Airport—Small Airport
Siguas Airport—Small Airport
Vitor Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Islay (Matarani)

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Website
matarani.org/

🇵🇪 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 Islay (Matarani)

What is the population of Islay (Matarani)?

Islay (Matarani) has a population of 4,823 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 172.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Islay (Matarani)?

Islay (Matarani) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.2 inches.

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