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Tauripampa, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Tauripampa is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 379. Elevation: 14,846 ft (4,525 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

379 Population 2/sq mi density
14,846 ft Elevation 4,525 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
58.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population379
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation14,846 ft (4,525 m)
Population379
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation14,846 ft (4,525 m)
Coordinates-12.5833°, -76.1167°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation58.2 inches (1,477 mm)
Annual Snowfall50.9 inches (129 cm)

About Tauripampa

Tauripampa is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 379. The city sits at an elevation of 14,846 feet (4,525 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Tauripampa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 50.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,846 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Geography

Elevation14,846 ft (4,525 m)
Area176.9 sq mi (458.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-12.5833°N, 76.1167°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.2"
53% above Peru avg
Snowfall 50.9"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.40"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

329 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jul 8, 2025.

Aug 15, 2007 41 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M8.0 104 km
Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 113 km
May 16, 1992 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru M6.1 121 km
Feb 2, 2009 40 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M6.0 121 km
Aug 18, 2007 7 km NNW of Paracas, Peru M6.0 137 km
Jun 23, 2021 11 km WSW of Mala, Peru M5.9 67 km
Aug 17, 2007 44 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.9 125 km
Aug 16, 2007 38 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.8 101 km
Aug 19, 2007 45 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.8 128 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 90 km
Apr 21, 2001 51 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.6 123 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 117 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 94 km
May 6, 2012 14 km SE of Humay, Peru M5.6 142 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 115 km
Aug 16, 2007 22 km SSW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.6 85 km
Aug 19, 2007 32 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.6 124 km
Aug 16, 2007 43 km WNW of Pisco, Peru M5.6 122 km
Oct 1, 1996 19 km SSW of Chilca, Peru M5.6 76 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 10 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 24.0 m (79 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 134 km
2007 S. PERU Earthquake 10.1 m 596 104 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 125 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 120 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 116 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 120 km
1687 S. PERU Earthquake 5,000 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in Warmest
March 51°F (11°C) 4.4 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.2 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 48°F (9°C) 0.0 in
August 46°F (8°C) 0.1 in
September 47°F (9°C) 0.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in
November 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
December 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in

Tauripampa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 39°F in January to 51°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.4") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Tauripampa

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Tauripampa
Institución Educativa No. 20734
Institución Educativa No. 20777
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Farmers Markets in Tauripampa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Yauyos

Airports Near Tauripampa

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeroclub Alas del MarSmall Airport
Las Plumas AirportSmall Airport
Lib Mandi Metropolitan AirportSmall Airport
Revalora AirportSmall Airport
San Bartolo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tauripampa

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Porococha

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 Tauripampa

What is the population of Tauripampa?

Tauripampa has a population of 379 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 176.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tauripampa?

Tauripampa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches, with 50.9 inches of snow.

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