Tantamayo, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Tantamayo is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 221. Elevation: 11,516 ft (3,510 m). Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

221 Population 5/sq mi density
11,516 ft Elevation 3,510 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 1°C
59.0 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population221
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain59.0 in/yr
Elevation11,516 ft (3,510 m)
Population221
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation11,516 ft (3,510 m)
Coordinates-9.3924°, -76.7200°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature35°F (1°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average33°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation59.0 inches (1,499 mm)
Annual Snowfall42.4 inches (108 cm)

About Tantamayo

Tantamayo is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 221. The city sits at an elevation of 11,516 feet (3,510 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.0 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Tantamayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 33°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 59.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,516 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 33°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average34.6°F
36% below Peru avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average33°F (1°C)

Geography

Elevation11,516 ft (3,510 m)
Area43.3 sq mi (112.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates9.3924°S, 76.7200°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.0"
55% above Peru avg
Snowfall 42.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

109 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 22, 2025.

Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 128 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 104 km
Oct 4, 1998 9 km E of Uchiza, Peru M5.5 110 km
May 8, 2017 21 km NW of Tocache, Peru M5.2 150 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 135 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 79 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 105 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 128 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 108 km
Jun 26, 2008 central Peru M5.0 132 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 103 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 113 km
Mar 28, 2024 31 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M4.9 146 km
Jan 23, 2007 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 147 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 109 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 64 km
Mar 5, 2019 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 146 km
Aug 7, 2012 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 69 km
Jan 6, 2002 25 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M4.8 94 km
Jul 28, 2015 58 km ESE of Churubamba, Peru M4.8 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 23.0 m (75 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2010 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER Meteorological 23.0 m 1 102 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.3 in
February 49°F (9°C) 4.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 33°F (1°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 0.9 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in Warmest
December 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in

Tantamayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 33°F in July to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Tantamayo

10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32421 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 33215 - - - -
Institución Educativa 32422 Colegio Nacional - - - -
Institución Educativa Colegio Nacional San Pedro De Pariarca - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 32481 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 32420 - - - -
Institución Educativa Herminio Cordova Ibarra - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 32886 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 32482 - - - -
Institución educativa No. 32398 - - - -
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Stadiums & Teams in Tantamayo

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Airports Near Tantamayo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo Airport-Small Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tantamayo

What is the population of Tantamayo?

Tantamayo has a population of 221 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 43.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tantamayo?

Tantamayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches, with 42.4 inches of snow.

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