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Marcabal, Peru

La Libertad · Peru

Marcabal is a small town in La Libertad, Peru with a population of 447. Elevation: 9,177 ft (2,797 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

447 Population 6/sq mi density
9,177 ft Elevation 2,797 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
55.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Marcabal

Marcabal

Cajabamba is a town in Northern Peru and is the capital of the province of Cajabamba, in the region of Cajamarca.

People

Population447
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation9,177 ft (2,797 m)
Population447
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation9,177 ft (2,797 m)
Coordinates-7.7000°, -78.0333°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLa Libertad
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation55.2 inches (1,402 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Marcabal

Marcabal is a small town in Peru (La Libertad) with a population of 447. The city sits at an elevation of 9,177 feet (2,797 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Marcabal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,177 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above Peru avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,177 ft (2,797 m)
Area80.7 sq mi (209.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-7.7000°N, 78.0333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.2"
45% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.39"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Sep 12, 2024.

Apr 11, 2005 18 km ENE of Shirac, Peru M6.0 48 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 127 km
Dec 15, 2013 4 km NNE of Huicungo, Peru M5.2 148 km
May 15, 2014 16 km NNW of Paiján, Peru M5.1 148 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 149 km
Jul 20, 2016 15 km E of Virú, Peru M4.9 101 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 124 km
Aug 25, 2009 23 km ENE of Sartimbamba, Peru M4.7 54 km
May 7, 2015 5 km ENE of Sitabamba, Peru M4.7 52 km
Jun 20, 1994 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru M4.6 95 km
Feb 23, 2023 22 km SW of Quiches, Peru M4.6 105 km
Apr 6, 2013 23 km NNW of Puerto Santa, Peru M4.6 146 km
May 8, 2002 27 km SSW of Puente Viru, Peru M4.6 140 km
Jan 27, 2007 8 km W of Victor Raul, Peru M4.6 123 km
Apr 14, 2012 12 km WSW of Moche, Peru M4.6 132 km
Mar 1, 2008 8 km W of Aricapampa, Peru M4.6 28 km
Nov 9, 1994 17 km ESE of Huamachuco, Peru M4.5 22 km
Sep 12, 2024 9 km NE of Mollepata, Peru M4.5 50 km
Sep 4, 2017 23 km NE of Puerto Santa, Peru M4.5 136 km
Apr 30, 2011 36 km W of Saposoa, Peru M4.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
February 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
March 57°F (14°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
May 56°F (14°C) 1.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in Coldest
July 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
December 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in

Marcabal has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 56°F in June to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Marcabal

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 80206
IE Toribio Rodriguez de Mendoza
Institución Educativa No. 82017
Institución Educativa No. 80198
Institución Educativa No. 80950
Institución Educativa No. 821382
Institución Educativa No. 80196
Institución Educativa No. 80197
Institución Educativa No. 80155
Institución Educativa No. 80730
Institución Educativa No. 82303
Institución Educativa No. 2272
Institución Educativa Manuel Gonzales Prada
Institución Educativa No. 82304
Institución educativa No. 80893
Institución Educativa 80768 Jose Maria Arguedas Altamirano
Institución Educativa No. 82141
Institución Educativa 80195 Reyna De Las Americas
Institución Educativa No. 80194
Institución Educativa No. 82305
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Museums in Marcabal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Arqueologico de Huamachuco

Libraries in Marcabal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pedagógico0.0

Farmers Markets in Marcabal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central de Cajabamba
Mercado de Huamachuco
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal II Etapa

Restaurants in Marcabal

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Gallina

Stadiums & Teams in Marcabal

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Airports Near Marcabal

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias AirportCJAMedium Airport
Chagual AirportCGLSmall Airport
Huamachuco AirportSmall Airport
Malin AirportSmall Airport
Pampa Grande AirportSmall Airport
Pias AirportSmall Airport
Quiruvilca AirportSmall Airport
Tulpo AirportSmall Airport
Urpay AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Marcabal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Marcabalito

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,654 m (8,708 ft)

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marcabal

What is the population of Marcabal?

Marcabal has a population of 447 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 80.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Marcabal?

Marcabal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.

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