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Matacoto, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Matacoto is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 218. Elevation: 7,900 ft (2,408 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matacoto
The 1962 Ranrahirca Landslide was a deadly debris avalanche that affected the Ranrahirca District, alongside the river Santa, near Huascarán, the highest mountain in Peru. Ranrahirca has twice been devastated by massive avalanches of snow, rocks and mud originating on the slopes of Huascarán, triggered by earthquakes on 10 January 1962 and on 31 May 1970. Over two thousand people from the village perished in the 1962 avalanche, along with the inhabitants of seven nearby settlements. In total about 3,500 died in the disaster. About 20,000 people died in the 1970 avalanche set off by the second earthquake. 400 survived from the second disaster.
People
Climate
| Population | 218 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,900 ft (2,408 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1770°, -77.7468° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.1 inches (18 cm) |
About Matacoto
Matacoto is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 218. The city sits at an elevation of 7,900 feet (2,408 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,900 ft (2,408 m) |
| Area | 118.7 sq mi (307.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1770°N, 77.7468°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 16 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 116 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in |
Matacoto has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 43°F in January to 50°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Matacoto
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 86497 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Victor Manuel Garay Florentina | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86670 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86540 Alejandro Rosas Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86496 Jose Galvez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86921 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86998 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 86644 San Martin De Porres | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Matacoto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante | ||||
| Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera |
Libraries in Matacoto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matacoto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro comercial y de abastos | |||||
| Centro Comercial Y De Abastos | |||||
| Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino" | |||||
| Mercado Campo Ferial de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Central de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado de Flores - Caraz | |||||
| Mercado La Explanada de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Río Llullán |
Clinics in Matacoto
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Matacoto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Matacoto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Matacoto
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Matacoto?
Matacoto has a population of 218 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 118.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matacoto?
Matacoto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.