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Tapo, Peru
Junin · Peru
Tapo is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 840. Elevation: 10,282 ft (3,134 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 840 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,282 ft (3,134 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.3906°, -75.5636° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.4 inches (1,129 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 34.8 inches (88 cm) |
About Tapo
Tapo is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 840. The city sits at an elevation of 10,282 feet (3,134 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,282 ft (3,134 m) |
| Area | 87.6 sq mi (226.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.3906°N, 75.5636°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 109 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 3.8 in |
Tapo has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 41°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Tapo
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 30855 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31384 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31922 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31586 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 31924 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30856 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30829 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Santa Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30705 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 30750 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Tapo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 2 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Asuncion | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Techado Tarma |
Stadiums & Teams in Tapo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tapo
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tapo
What is the population of Tapo?
Tapo has a population of 840 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 87.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tapo?
Tapo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.