Mariposa, Peru
Junin · Peru
Mariposa is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 373. Elevation: 4,331 ft (1,320 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Mariposa
The town of Mariposa is the capital of the Pampa Hermosa District in Satipo Province, Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 373 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,331 ft (1,320 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.4057°, -74.7520° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.1 inches (1,654 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 83.8 inches (213 cm) |
About Mariposa
Mariposa is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 373. The city sits at an elevation of 4,331 feet (1,320 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,331 ft (1,320 m) |
| Area | 481.5 sq mi (1,247.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4057°S, 74.7520°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 7.2 in |
Mariposa has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 41°F in July to 66°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 63.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.9") and June the driest (2.3").
Schools in Mariposa
9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 30683 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30685 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30689 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 30001-58 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 30686 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Alto Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Carlos Noriega Jimenez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 30682 Carlos Noriega Jimenez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 30008-a | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Mariposa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazamari |
Stadiums & Teams in Mariposa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mariposa
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mayor PNP Nancy Flores Paucar Airport | MZA | Small Airport |
| Obenteni Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Mariposa
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Mariposa.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Catarata Gallito de las Rocas |
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Public Holidays in Peru
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What is the population of Mariposa?
Mariposa has a population of 373 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 481.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mariposa?
Mariposa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches, with 83.8 inches of snow.
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