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Marcaja, Peru
Puno · Peru
Marcaja is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 444. Elevation: 12,589 ft (3,837 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 444 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,589 ft (3,837 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.2261°, -68.9703° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.6 inches (904 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.7 inches (7 cm) |
About Marcaja
Marcaja is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 444. The city sits at an elevation of 12,589 feet (3,837 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,589 ft (3,837 m) |
| Area | 85.7 sq mi (221.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.2261°N, 68.9703°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (169 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 169 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 174 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 5.3 in |
Marcaja has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 44°F in June to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Marcaja
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Iscaya | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70605 | — | — | — | — |
| I.E.P 70286 Vilurcuni Santa Barbara | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Primaria 70244 Dante Nava | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Secundaria San Pedro de Unicachi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70689 | — | — | — | — |
| 70286 | — | — | — | — |
| San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Marcaja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIAC Regional Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo de Oro de Challapampa | ||||
| Museo del Poncho | ||||
| Museo Isla Suriqui | ||||
| Museo Pariti |
Farmers Markets in Marcaja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Miguel Grau | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Copacabana | |||||
| Mercado Popular |
Clinics in Marcaja
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Marcaja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Marcaja
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Copacabana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laja Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Marcaja
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Pedro de Unicachi | |
| Iglesia Vilurcuni Santa Barbara | |
| Vilurcuni San Cristobal |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Marcaja?
Marcaja has a population of 444 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 85.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marcaja?
Marcaja has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.