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Tantamayo, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Tantamayo is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 319. Elevation: 11,516 ft (3,510 m). Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 319 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,516 ft (3,510 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.3924°, -76.7200° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.0 inches (1,499 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 42.4 inches (108 cm) |
About Tantamayo
Tantamayo is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 319. 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.6°F |
| 36% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,516 ft (3,510 m) |
| Area | 43.3 sq mi (112.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.3924°N, 76.7200°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Schools in Tantamayo
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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 | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Tantamayo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tantamayo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tingo Maria Airport | TGI | 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 Tantamayo?
Tantamayo has a population of 319 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 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. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches, with 42.4 inches of snow.