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Tanta, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Tanta is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 449. Elevation: 17,152 ft (5,228 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 449 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 17,152 ft (5,228 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.1224°, -76.0136° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.8 inches (1,239 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 239.2 inches (607 cm) |
About Tanta
Tanta is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 449. The city sits at an elevation of 17,152 feet (5,228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 17,152 ft (5,228 m) |
| Area | 94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.1224°N, 76.0136°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 124 km |
| 1746 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 5,941 | 130 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 119 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 118 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 108 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 38°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 38°F (3°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 3.9 in |
Tanta has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 38°F in August to 54°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Tanta
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Antonio de Tanta | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20733 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Tanta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Huancaya |
Farmers Markets in Tanta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Tanta
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tanta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tanta
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Lib Mandi Metropolitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tanta
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Tanta |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tanta
What is the population of Tanta?
Tanta has a population of 449 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tanta?
Tanta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches, with 239.2 inches of snow.