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Minas de Marcona, Peru
Ica · Peru
Minas de Marcona is a small city in Ica, Peru with a population of 15,478. Elevation: 2,546 ft (776 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 15,478 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,546 ft (776 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2119°, -75.1103° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ica |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Minas de Marcona
Minas de Marcona is a small city in Peru (Ica) with a population of 15,478. The city sits at an elevation of 2,546 feet (776 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Minas de Marcona
Minas de Marcona has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,546 ft (776 m) |
| Area | 1,064.2 sq mi (2,756.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2119°N, 75.1103°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1942 | S. PERU | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.0 m | 30 | 98 km |
| 1996 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 14 | 65 km |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 98 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 75 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in |
Minas de Marcona has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 0.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.0") and April the driest (0.0").
Museums in Minas de Marcona
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Chauchilla |
Farmers Markets in Minas de Marcona
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Antiguo |
Stadiums & Teams in Minas de Marcona
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Minas de Marcona
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Reiche Neuman Airport | NZC | Medium Airport |
| Acarí Airbase Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaquí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nuevo Acari Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan de Marcona Airport | SJA | Small Airport |
| Yauca Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Minas de Marcona
What is the population of Minas de Marcona?
Minas de Marcona has a population of 15,478 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 1,064.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Minas de Marcona?
Minas de Marcona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.1 inches.