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Macari, Peru
Puno · Peru
Macari is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 2,527. Elevation: 12,989 ft (3,959 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macari
Macari District is one of nine districts of the Melgar Province in Peru. The capital of the district is Macari.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,527 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,989 ft (3,959 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.7716°, -70.9028° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.6 inches (1,362 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 91.6 inches (233 cm) |
About Macari
Macari is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 2,527. The city sits at an elevation of 12,989 feet (3,959 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.6°F |
| 27% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,989 ft (3,959 m) |
| Area | 531.6 sq mi (1,376.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.7716°N, 70.9028°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (82 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 82 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 152 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 169 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 37°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 39°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
Macari has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 37°F in June to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Macari
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70523 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 72754 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 72754 Casa Blanca | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70832 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70501 | - | - | - | - |
| IES Agropecuario - Huamanruro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70495 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 151 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 27 Santa Lucia Fe Y Alegria | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70848 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70494 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70833 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 70521 | - | - | - | - |
| I.E.P 70495 | - | - | - | - |
Monuments in Macari
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Macari
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Macari
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Macari
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macari
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| San Rafael Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yauri Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Macari
What is the population of Macari?
Macari has a population of 2,527 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 531.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macari?
Macari has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 91.6 inches of snow.