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Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Madre de Dios · Peru
Puerto Maldonado is a mid-size city in Madre de Dios, Peru with a population of 85,024. Elevation: 633 ft (193 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Puerto Maldonado
Puerto Maldonado is a city in southeastern Peru in the Amazon rainforest 55 kilometres (34 mi) west of the Bolivian border, located at the confluence of the Tambopata and Madre de Dios rivers. The latter river joins the Madeira River as a tributary of the Amazon. This city is the capital of the Department of Madre de Dios.
People
Climate
| Population | 85,024 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.5895°, -69.1995° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Madre de Dios |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.6 inches (2,224 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puerto Maldonado
Puerto Maldonado is a mid-size city in Peru (Madre de Dios) with a population of 85,024. The city sits at an elevation of 633 feet (193 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Climate in Puerto Maldonado
Puerto Maldonado 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 2234 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 1,175.4 sq mi (3,044.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.5895°N, 69.1995°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in |
Puerto Maldonado has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in June to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 87.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.2") and June the driest (2.4").
Colleges & Universities in Puerto Maldonado
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Jorge Basadre | College | — | Visit → |
| Universidad Nacional de la Amazonía | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Puerto Maldonado
39 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dionisia Herrera Alvarado | — | — | — | — |
| Jorge Basadre Grohman | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa La Joya | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cap. Fap Jose Abelardo Quiñones | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52020 Cap. Fap. Jose Abelardo Quiñones | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa El Pacalito | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52194 Capitan. Alipio Ponce Vasquez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Cap. Alipio Ponce Vasquez | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Augusto Bouroncle Acuña | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 53002 Augusto Bouroncle Acuña | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Isaac Newton | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Stella Maris | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Niños De Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 53001 Faustino Maldonado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Faustino Maldonado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52166 Nuestra Señora De Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Guillermo Billinghurts | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Santa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
| Carlos Fermin Fitzcarrald | — | — | — | — |
| Dos de Mayo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52183 Rompeolas | — | — | — | — |
| I.E.P Jaime White | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52250 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52032 Mariscal Ramon Castilla | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52018 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52076 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52006 Silverio Guerra Econema | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52080 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52002 Lorenzo Collazos Guevara | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52007 | — | — | — | — |
| Universidad Andina del Cusco | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52011 San Juan Bautista - El Prado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 52081 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Señor De Los Milagros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52001 Santa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52010 La Pastora | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 52181 Señor De Los Milagros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa La Pastora | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Puerto Maldonado
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Puerto Maldonado
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Internacional Iberia | |||||
| José Aldanís | |||||
| Licoreria la MUYUNA | |||||
| Mercado de Puerto Maldonado | |||||
| Mercado Mil Ofertas |
Hotels in Puerto Maldonado
27 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Puerto Maldonado
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puerto Maldonado
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Puerto Maldonado
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Puerto Maldonado
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Puerto Maldonado
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Puerto Maldonado
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puerto Maldonado
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puerto Maldonado
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Puerto Maldonado
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Puerto Maldonado
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Puerto Maldonado
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Padre Aldamiz International Airport | PEM | Medium Airport |
| Chive Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagarto Nuevo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Maria de Fatima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shiringayoc Airport | SYC | Small Airport |
| Shiringayoc/Hacienda Hda Mejia Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Puerto Maldonado
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Serpost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puerto Maldonado
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Asamblea de Dios | |
| Iglesia Señor de Coyoriti | |
| Parroquia Santa Cruz |
Quick Facts
Around Puerto Maldonado
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Puerto Maldonado
1 places within 15 km
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Puerto Maldonado
What is the population of Puerto Maldonado?
Puerto Maldonado has a population of 85,024 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 1,175.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerto Maldonado?
Puerto Maldonado has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.6 inches.