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Mara, Peru
Apurímac Department · Peru
Mara is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 1,146. Elevation: 12,192 ft (3,716 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mara
Mara District is one of the six districts of the Cotabambas Province in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,146 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,192 ft (3,716 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.0864°, -72.1021° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Apurímac Department |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.0 inches (1,473 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.5 inches (49 cm) |
About Mara
Mara is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 1,146. The city sits at an elevation of 12,192 feet (3,716 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,192 ft (3,716 m) |
| Area | 19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.0864°N, 72.1021°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 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 |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 150 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 191 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 7.0 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
Mara has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 37°F in January to 51°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Mara
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 719 Virgen De Guadalupe | - | - | - | - |
| Institución educativa No. 56326 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56262 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Cancahuani | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56321 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50670 David Samanez Ocampo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50671 Huaraqueray | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 54904 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50653 Renzo Mechelle | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50675 Yuricancha | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Yuricancha | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Mario Vargas Llosa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50659 Pisaccasa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50673 Curca | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 51040 Huaruma | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50631 Mara | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Cema Mara | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Ccapaccasa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50672 Ccapaccasa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50676 Santa Rosa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 501098 Corpus Cristi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50663 Pitic | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56278 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50660 Huayllura | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Crfa Qollana | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 50674 Huallayoc | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Mara
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mara
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport | CUZ | Large Airport |
| Huanacopampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tamburco 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 Mara
What is the population of Mara?
Mara has a population of 1,146 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mara?
Mara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches, with 19.5 inches of snow.