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Mazo Cruz, Peru
Puno · Peru
Mazo Cruz is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 829. Elevation: 13,061 ft (3,981 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mazo Cruz
Mazocruz, also spelled Mazo Cruz, is a town and the capital of the Santa Rosa District in the El Collao Province, department of Puno, in the Peruvian Altiplano.
People
Climate
| Population | 829 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,061 ft (3,981 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.7418°, -69.7164° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.3 inches (516 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mazo Cruz
Mazo Cruz is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 829. The city sits at an elevation of 13,061 feet (3,981 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,061 ft (3,981 m) |
| Area | 278.1 sq mi (720.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.7418°N, 69.7164°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (71 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 71 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 77 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 122 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 153 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 44°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 40°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 42°F (6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.1 in |
Mazo Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 40°F in July to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mazo Cruz
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70643 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70343 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa José María Arguedas | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Mazo Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central 6 de Agosto |
Airports Near Mazo Cruz
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Copacabana Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mazo Cruz
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Mazocruz |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mazo Cruz?
Mazo Cruz has a population of 829 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 278.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mazo Cruz?
Mazo Cruz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches.