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Margos, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Margos is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 1,324. Elevation: 11,617 ft (3,541 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Margos
Margos District is one of twelve districts of the province Huánuco in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,324 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,617 ft (3,541 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.0061°, -76.5225° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.4 inches (1,914 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 94.3 inches (240 cm) |
About Margos
Margos is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 1,324. The city sits at an elevation of 11,617 feet (3,541 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 34°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.5°F |
| 34% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 346 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,617 ft (3,541 m) |
| Area | 398.7 sq mi (1,032.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.0061°N, 76.5225°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 125 km |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 34°F (1°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.3 in |
Margos has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 34°F in July to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.7").
Schools in Margos
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 33050 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jesus Nazareno | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32025 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32092 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32096 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 32086 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Margos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kotosh Preinca Culture |
Farmers Markets in Margos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Clinics in Margos
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Margos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Margos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tingo Maria Airport | TGI | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Margos
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cayran | ||
| San Sebastian de Quera |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Margos
What is the population of Margos?
Margos has a population of 1,324 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 398.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Margos?
Margos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 34°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 94.3 inches of snow.