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Matucana, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Matucana is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 4,517. Elevation: 8,110 ft (2,472 m). Average temperature: 89°F (31°C).
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About Matucana
Matucana is a genus of cacti, containing approximately 20 species of mostly globular plants. The genus is known only from Peru, mostly along the Marañón River.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,517 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,110 ft (2,472 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.8500°, -76.4000° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 89°F (31°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,370 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matucana
Matucana is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 4,517. The city sits at an elevation of 8,110 feet (2,472 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 89°F (31°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 88.5°F |
| 64% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,110 ft (2,472 m) |
| Area | 94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.8500°N, 76.4000°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 81 km |
| 1586 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 26.0 m | 22 | 150 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 88 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 78 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 81 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 67 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 81 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in |
Matucana has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 43°F in August to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Matucana
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CETPRO José Obrero | College | — | — |
Schools in Matucana
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Julio Cesar Tello | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20564 Leoncio Prado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20565 Mercedes Cabello De Carbonera | — | — | — | — |
| I.E. Julio César Tello | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Matucana
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Enmanuel Huaycán | música y noticias, noticias | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Matucana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antioquia |
Libraries in Matucana
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Virtual | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matucana
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Modelo Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Señor de Los Milagros |
Hotels in Matucana
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Matucana
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Matucana
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Matucana
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge Chávez International Airport | LIM | Large Airport |
| Aeroclub Alas del Mar | — | Small Airport |
| Las Palmas Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Lib Mandi Metropolitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bartolo Airport | — | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Matucana?
Matucana has a population of 4,517 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matucana?
Matucana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (31°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.