Masma, Peru
Junin · Peru
Masma is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 680. Elevation: 11,411 ft (3,478 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°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 Masma
Masma es una localidad de la provincia de Jauja, departamento de Junín, Perú. Capital del distrito del mismo nombre.
People
Climate
| Population | 680 |
| Population Density | 105 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,411 ft (3,478 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.7869°, -75.4290° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.4 inches (1,711 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 51.7 inches (131 cm) |
About Masma
Masma is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 680. The city sits at an elevation of 11,411 feet (3,478 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,411 ft (3,478 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 105/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.7869°S, 75.4290°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 4.3 in |
Masma has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 39°F in January to 51°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Masma
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 30441 Micaela Bastidas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 30440 Libertador Simon Bolivar | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 30437 Magno Esmeraldo Nuñez Pecho | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa José Carlos Mariátegui | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Masma
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 Masma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Tunanmarca |
Farmers Markets in Masma
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mercado de San Jeronimo | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción |
Clinics in Masma
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Masma
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Masma
4 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 |
| Imperial Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Masma
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Arcángel | ||
| San Agustin de Cajas | ||
| San Martin | ||
| Sicaya |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Masma
What is the population of Masma?
Masma has a population of 680 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Masma?
Masma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.
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