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Maca, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Maca is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 908. Elevation: 10,751 ft (3,277 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maca
Lepidium meyenii, known as maca or Peruvian ginseng, is an edible herbaceous biennial plant of the family Brassicaceae that is native to South America in the high Andes mountains of Peru and Bolivia. It was rediscovered for commercial purposes at the Meseta de Bombón plateau close to Lake Junin in the late 1980s. It is grown for its fleshy hypocotyl that is fused with a taproot, which is typically dried but may also be freshly cooked as a root vegetable. As a cash crop, it is primarily exported as a powder that may be raw or processed further as a gelatinized starch or as an extract. If dried, it may be processed into a flour for baking or as a dietary supplement.
People
Climate
| Population | 908 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,751 ft (3,277 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.6413°, -71.7686° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.5 inches (1,055 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
About Maca
Maca is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 908. The city sits at an elevation of 10,751 feet (3,277 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,751 ft (3,277 m) |
| Area | 113.1 sq mi (292.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.6413°N, 71.7686°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sabancaya (19 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 19 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 44 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 65 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 146 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 36°F (2°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 36°F (2°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 40°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
Maca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 36°F in June to 44°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Maca
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 40390 Mayta Capac | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Maca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo juanita | ||||
| one room museum about local culture |
Stadiums & Teams in Maca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maca
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rodríguez Ballón International Airport | AQP | Large Airport |
| Chivay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orcopampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siguas Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Volcanoes Near Maca
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Maca
What is the population of Maca?
Maca has a population of 908 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 113.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maca?
Maca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 75.6 inches of snow.