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Machaguay, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Machaguay is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 370. Elevation: 10,312 ft (3,143 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 370 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,312 ft (3,143 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.6486°, -72.5058° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.4 inches (772 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 151.1 inches (384 cm) |
About Machaguay
Machaguay is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 370. The city sits at an elevation of 10,312 feet (3,143 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.1°F |
| 35% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 361 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,312 ft (3,143 m) |
| Area | 425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.6486°N, 72.5058°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2001 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 8.8 m | 103 | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (32 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 32 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 45 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 71 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 35°F (1°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 35°F (1°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 34°F (1°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
Machaguay has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 31°F in August to 39°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Machaguay
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 40481 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40322 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Nuestra Señora De La Asunta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40323 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40337 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Machaguay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Machaguay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Machaguay
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orcopampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siguas 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 Machaguay?
Machaguay has a population of 370 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 425.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Machaguay?
Machaguay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches, with 151.1 inches of snow.