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Macachacra, Peru
Ayacucho · Peru
Macachacra is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 466. Elevation: 10,240 ft (3,121 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macachacra
Huanta is a town in Central Peru, capital of the province Huanta in the region Ayacucho.
People
Climate
| Population | 466 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,240 ft (3,121 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.9833°, -74.2000° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ayacucho |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.3 inches (1,150 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.4 inches (37 cm) |
About Macachacra
Macachacra is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 466. The city sits at an elevation of 10,240 feet (3,121 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 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,240 ft (3,121 m) |
| Area | 86.2 sq mi (223.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.9833°N, 74.2000°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in |
Macachacra has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in July to 59°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Macachacra
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 38742 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Carlos Ch. Hiraoka | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 38272 Santa Rosa De Lima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 38990-4 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38332 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38943 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 39014 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 38273 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Macachacra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Joaquín López Antay | ||||
| La Batalla de Ayacucho | ||||
| Museo Andrés A. Cáceres | ||||
| Museo De Arqueologia Y Antropologia Hipolito Unanue | ||||
| Museo de Arte Popular Joaquín López Antay | ||||
| Museo de la memoria "para que no se repita" ANFASEP | ||||
| Museo de las Abejas | ||||
| Museo de sitio Wari | ||||
| Museo textil |
Libraries in Macachacra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central -Efrain Morote Best | 0.0 | |||||
| Inversiones Continental | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Bazar Estudio | 0.0 | |||||
| Mercantil Ayacucho | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Macachacra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 de abril | |||||
| Gamarra Lima | |||||
| Mercado Capillapata | |||||
| Mercado Capillapata | |||||
| Mercado Central Huanta | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos Andrés F .Vivanco | |||||
| Mercado Jesus Nazareno | |||||
| Mercado Magdalena | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista Las Américas | |||||
| Mercado Minorista Mariscal Caceres | |||||
| Mercado Nery García Zárate | |||||
| Mercado San José | |||||
| Mercado Señor de Arequipa | |||||
| Plaza Market |
Restaurants in Macachacra
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Macachacra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macachacra
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte Airport | AYP | Medium Airport |
| Luisiana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palmapampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pichari Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vilcashuamán 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 Macachacra?
Macachacra has a population of 466 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 86.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macachacra?
Macachacra 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 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 14.4 inches of snow.