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Platería, Peru
Puno · Peru
Platería is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 554. Elevation: 12,556 ft (3,827 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Platería
Ácora ist Verwaltungssitz des Distrikts Ácora in der Region Puno in Süd-Peru. Die Kleinstadt hatte 3310 Einwohner beim Zensus 2017, zehn Jahre zuvor lag die Einwohnerzahl bei 2725.
People
Climate
| Population | 554 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,556 ft (3,827 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.9486°, -69.8332° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.1 inches (1,069 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 26.2 inches (67 cm) |
About Platería
Platería is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 554. The city sits at an elevation of 12,556 feet (3,827 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,556 ft (3,827 m) |
| Area | 726.9 sq mi (1,882.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.9486°N, 69.8332°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 131 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 133 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 143 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 7.1 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in |
Platería has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 38°F in July to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.5") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Platería
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 70144 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70660 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70095 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70110 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Victor Raul Haya De La Torre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70088 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70109 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70114 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Ccota | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70077 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Manuel Z. Camacho | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70725 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Fernando A. Stahl | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 70148 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Platería
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coca & Customs Museum | ||||
| Museo Carlos Dreyer | ||||
| Museo Marina de Guerra | ||||
| Museo Wawamarka | ||||
| Yavari |
Libraries in Platería
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central Universidad nacional del Altiplano | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de documentación Puno | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Platería
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación de Comerciantes San Francisco de Asis | |||||
| Food Booths | |||||
| Mercado BellaVista | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central Ilave | |||||
| Mercado Laykakota | |||||
| Mercado Niño San Salvador de Alto Puno | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo San Miguel | |||||
| Mercado Progreso | |||||
| Mercado ropa usada deportiva | |||||
| Mercado ropa usada empieza | |||||
| mercado ropa usada. empieza. viernes? | |||||
| Mercado Unión y Dignidad | |||||
| Mercado Yanacancha | |||||
| Parador turístico artesanal | |||||
| Vírgen de Natividad de Platería |
Stadiums & Teams in Platería
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Platería
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Copacabana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Platería?
Platería has a population of 554 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 726.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Platería?
Platería has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 26.2 inches of snow.