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Marcapomacocha, Peru
Junin · Peru
Marcapomacocha is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 358. Elevation: 14,495 ft (4,418 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 358 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 14,495 ft (4,418 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.4069°, -76.3363° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.7 inches (1,491 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 273.9 inches (696 cm) |
About Marcapomacocha
Marcapomacocha is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 358. The city sits at an elevation of 14,495 feet (4,418 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.9°F |
| 34% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,495 ft (4,418 m) |
| Area | 146.4 sq mi (379.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.4069°N, 76.3363°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 37 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 114 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 106 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 113 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 98 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 37°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 35°F (1°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 34°F (1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.7 in |
Marcapomacocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 33°F in January to 39°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Marcapomacocha
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Santiago De Cuyos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31175 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31158 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 31917 Heroes De Sangrar | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Marcapomacocha
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Marcapomacocha
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Marcapomacocha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Marcapomacocha
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Marcapomacocha
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Marcapomacocha |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Marcapomacocha?
Marcapomacocha has a population of 358 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 146.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marcapomacocha?
Marcapomacocha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.7 inches, with 273.9 inches of snow.