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Ticaco, Peru
Tacna · Peru
Ticaco is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 741. Elevation: 10,735 ft (3,272 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 741 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,735 ft (3,272 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.4483°, -70.0466° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tacna |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (849 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Ticaco
Ticaco is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 741. The city sits at an elevation of 10,735 feet (3,272 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,735 ft (3,272 m) |
| Area | 217.9 sq mi (564.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.4483°N, 70.0466°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 106 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | - | 118 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 33 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 42 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 58 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 93 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 125 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 53°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
Ticaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 43°F in July to 53°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 7.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ticaco
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 42101 Jorge Basadre Grohmann | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Ticaco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complejo Comercial Santa Bárbara | |||||
| Mercado de Candarave | |||||
| Mercado de Tarata | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Santa rosa de Ticaco |
Hotels in Ticaco
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ticaco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ticaco
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport | TCQ | Medium Airport |
| Charaña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ticaco
What is the population of Ticaco?
Ticaco has a population of 741 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 217.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ticaco?
Ticaco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.