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Macate, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Macate is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 321. Elevation: 8,914 ft (2,717 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 321 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,914 ft (2,717 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.7604°, -78.0604° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 105.4 inches (2,678 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macate
Macate is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 321. The city sits at an elevation of 8,914 feet (2,717 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.0°F |
| 54% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,914 ft (2,717 m) |
| Area | 120.8 sq mi (312.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.7604°N, 78.0604°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 74 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 95 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 1.1 in |
Macate has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 57°F in August to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Macate
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 88062 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88085 Jesus El Nazareno | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88231 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88097 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88087 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88307 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88244 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88369 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88391 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88364 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88054 Santo Toribio | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88088 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88341 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88368 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88285 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88078 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88063 Javier Perez De Cuellar | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88089 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 88035 Señor De Los Milagros De Cayan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88254 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88090 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88397 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88392 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 88411 | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Macate
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macate
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport | CHM | Medium Airport |
| Camposol Chao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tulpo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urpay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Macate
What is the population of Macate?
Macate has a population of 321 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 120.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macate?
Macate has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.4 inches.