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Marco, Peru

Junin · Peru

Marco is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 942. Elevation: 11,365 ft (3,464 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

942 Population 14/sq mi density
11,365 ft Elevation 3,464 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population942
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation11,365 ft (3,464 m)
Population942
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation11,365 ft (3,464 m)
Coordinates-11.7412°, -75.5628°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.8 inches (88 cm)

About Marco

Marco is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 942. The city sits at an elevation of 11,365 feet (3,464 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Marco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 11,365 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 40°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below Peru avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,365 ft (3,464 m)
Area67.9 sq mi (175.9 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-11.7412°N, 75.5628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Peru avg
Snowfall 34.8"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

180 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 106 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 149 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 125 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 111 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 96 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 118 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 118 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 144 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 108 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 145 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 36 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 56 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 145 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 146 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 87 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 150 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 135 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 43 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 130 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 600 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in
February 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in Wettest
March 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in
July 40°F (4°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in

Marco has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 40°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Marco

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Dora Mayer
Marco
Institución Educativa No. 30436
Institución Educativa Toribio Rodriguez De Mendoza
Institución Educativa 30434 Alberto Rafael Soto
Institución Educativa No. 30435
Institución Educativa 30540 Florentino Carhuancho Camarena
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Radio Stations near Marco

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Marco

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in Marco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción

Stadiums & Teams in Marco

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Marco

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Marco

What is the population of Marco?

Marco has a population of 942 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Marco?

Marco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.

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