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Tapay, Peru
Arequipa · Peru
Tapay is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 121. Elevation: 9,806 ft (2,989 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tapay
Tapay es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Arequipa, provincia de Caylloma, distrito de Tapay. Se encuentra a una altitud de 2984 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 114 habitantes en 1993.
People
Climate
| Population | 121 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,806 ft (2,989 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.5781°, -71.9392° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Arequipa |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.5 inches (1,055 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
About Tapay
Tapay is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 121. The city sits at an elevation of 9,806 feet (2,989 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,806 ft (2,989 m) |
| Area | 113.1 sq mi (292.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.5781°N, 71.9392°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sabancaya (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 25 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 35 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 45 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 163 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 39°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
Tapay has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 39°F in June to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Tapay
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 40437 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40418 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40332 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40419 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 40394 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Tapay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo juanita | ||||
| one room museum about local culture |
Hotels in Tapay
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tapay
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tapay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tapay
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chivay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orcopampa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tapay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Tapay |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tapay
What is the population of Tapay?
Tapay has a population of 121 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 113.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tapay?
Tapay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 75.6 inches of snow.