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Macas, Ecuador
Morona-Santiago Province · Ecuador
Macas is a small city in Morona-Santiago Province, Ecuador with a population of 23,687. Elevation: 4,314 ft (1,315 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macas
Macas is the capital of Morona Santiago province in southeastern Ecuador. The city is also the seat of the county Morona. Known as the "Emerald of the East" due to its location east of the Andes mountains, Macas lies in the Upano Valley overlooking the Upano river. The city has a population of 22,398 and along with Tena and Puyo served under Spanish rule as one of Ecuador's main staging points for the colonization of the Amazon and the subjugation of its indigenous peoples. Beginning in the 1960s indigenous people have organized political federations and movements, and often locate the seats of their organizations in such cities and use them as central places for regional congresses. Macas has also been promoting tourism.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,687 |
| Population Density | 5,161 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,314 ft (1,315 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.3074°, -78.1203° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Morona-Santiago Province |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 155.7 inches (3,954 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macas
Macas is a small city in Ecuador (Morona-Santiago Province) with a population of 23,687. The city sits at an elevation of 4,314 feet (1,315 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 155.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Climate in Macas
Macas has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Nov (20°C), the coldest is Jul (17.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2053 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,314 ft (1,315 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.3074°N, 78.1203°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sangay (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sangay | Stratovolcano | 5,286 m (17,343 ft) | 2020 | 42 km |
| Licto | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,336 m (10,945 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Cotopaxi | Stratovolcano | 5,911 m (19,393 ft) | 2016 | 185 km |
| Illiniza | Stratovolcano | 5,248 m (17,218 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 6.6 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 8.5 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 9.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 9.4 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 7.7 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | Driest |
Macas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 62°F in July to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 98.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.5") and December the driest (6.0").
Colleges & Universities in Macas
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Tecnico Macas | College | - | , |
| ESCUELA SUPERIOR POLITECNICA DE CHIMBORAZO | University | - | Visit → |
| INSTITUTO SUPERIOR PEDAGÓGICO JOSÉ FÉLIX PINTADO | College | - | , |
| Instituto Tecnológico Superior Sucúa | College | - | , |
| Universidad Catolica | University | - | , |
| UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CUENCA | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Macas
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores Sucre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Purísima de Macas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Fiscal Mixta 29 de Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| Academia Militar TWINTZA | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Eloy Alfaro | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Maria Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Don Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Don Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Eloy Alfaro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Amazonas | - | - | - | - |
| DISTRITO 14D01 MORONA - EDUCACIÓN | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Macas
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Macas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Gnosis | 0.0 | |||||
| Junta cantonal de la familia | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Macas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado LA UNION | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal 1 de Mayo |
Hotels in Macas
21 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Macas
41 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Macas
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Macas
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Macas
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Macas
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Macas
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Macas
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Macas
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Macas
11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Macas
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Macas
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Macas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macas
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coronel E Carvajal Airport | XMS | Medium Airport |
| Achuar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Achuentza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arapicos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ayuy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Centro Paatin Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chankuap Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chau Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chimborazo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chumbi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Copataza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cusuimi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Etsa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Iñaywa Norte Airdtrip | - | Small Airport |
| Iñaywa Sur Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ishpink Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Iwia Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jempentza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jimbiquiti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jimiarentza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaniats Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kapatinentza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kapitian Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Karakam Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kashaints Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaspaim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kayamentza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kenkuim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kuakash Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kurinua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kusutka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Libertad Sur Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Macuma Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mashientenza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Méndez Airport | MZD | Small Airport |
| Nueva Canusa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Paandin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pacayacu Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pampantza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Patuca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pimpintza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pitiur Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pucar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Putuntz Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Oriente Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Francisco de Macuma Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San José de Taisha Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Macas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos Del Ecuador |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Macas
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ESPOCH, MACAS | |
| Gnosis | |
| Hermanas Religiosas Siervas de la Santísima Trinidad | |
| Iglesia Bautista Bethel | |
| Iglesia Católica El Buen Maestro - Salesianos | |
| Iglesia Católica Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | |
| Santuario Católico Catedral Purísima de Macas | |
| Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Macas
What is the population of Macas?
Macas has a population of 23,687 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 5,161 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macas?
Macas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 155.7 inches.