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Macabí Alto, Peru
La Libertad · Peru
Macabí Alto is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 666. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macabí Alto
Malabrigo also called unofficially Puerto Chicama, is a port and small coastal city in northwestern Peru, located in La Libertad Region, some 70 km north of Trujillo city. The town is home to the Chicama wave, the first legally protected wave in the world, as well as the world's longest left-breaking wave—see External Links.
People
Climate
| Population | 666 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.7158°, -79.3694° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | La Libertad |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.4 inches (188 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macabí Alto
Macabí Alto is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 666. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 48.0 sq mi (124.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.7158°N, 79.3694°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in |
Macabí Alto has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 66°F in September to 75°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 0.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.1") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Macabí Alto
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 80061 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Divino Niño Del Milagro | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80060 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80791 Cesar Vallejo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80085 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 80055 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa No. 80631 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa José Andrés Rázuri | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 80790 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 80052 Micaela Bastidas | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Macabí Alto
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peru folk radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Frecuencia 100 101.9 | cumbia peruana, latin pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio frecuencia 100 - Trujillo | variety | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Los Angeles - Chepen | variety | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Macabí Alto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ex Museo de Chiclín | ||||
| Museo Chiquitayac | ||||
| Museo de Chiclín |
Libraries in Macabí Alto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Sandoval | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Macabí Alto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación de Comerciantes 1ro de Julio | |||||
| Centro Comercial de Cartavio | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Chiclín | |||||
| Mercado de Chiquitoy | |||||
| Mercado de Paiján | |||||
| Parada de Cartavio |
Hotels in Macabí Alto
20 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Macabí Alto
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Macabí Alto
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Macabí Alto
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Macabí Alto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macabí Alto
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport | TRU | Large Airport |
| Casa Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pacasmayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Macabí Alto?
Macabí Alto has a population of 666 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 48.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macabí Alto?
Macabí Alto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches.