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Ticapampa, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Ticapampa is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 1,674. Elevation: 12,047 ft (3,672 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1,674 Population 12/sq mi density
12,047 ft Elevation 3,672 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
88.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Ticapampa

Ticapampa

Ticapampa District is one of ten districts of the Recuay Province in Peru.

People

Population1,674
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain88.5 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation12,047 ft (3,672 m)
Population1,674
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation12,047 ft (3,672 m)
Coordinates-9.7566°, -77.4453°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation88.5 inches (2,249 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.8 inches (60 cm)

About Ticapampa

Ticapampa is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 1,674. The city sits at an elevation of 12,047 feet (3,672 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Ticapampa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 88.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 12,047 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Peru avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,047 ft (3,672 m)
Area142.9 sq mi (370.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-9.7566°N, 77.4453°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 88.5"
133% above Peru avg
Snowfall 23.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.40"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

91 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.9 on Apr 19, 2025.

Jul 17, 1992 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.8 139 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 116 km
May 12, 1992 40 km W of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.7 145 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 110 km
May 11, 2002 55 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 138 km
Jan 15, 2020 57 km WSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.4 142 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 112 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 119 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 80 km
Oct 19, 1992 30 km S of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.1 107 km
Nov 22, 1990 51 km W of Huarmey, Peru M5.1 135 km
Mar 21, 2015 33 km SSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.1 147 km
May 12, 2020 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.0 122 km
Mar 28, 2015 44 km SSW of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.0 118 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 89 km
Feb 19, 2024 33 km SSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.0 146 km
Nov 2, 2002 39 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 115 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 52 km
Jan 27, 2006 66 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 146 km
Oct 6, 2003 64 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 57 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 3.6 in Warmest
February 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in
March 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.7 in
June 42°F (5°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
August 42°F (6°C) 0.2 in
September 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in

Ticapampa has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in June to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Ticapampa

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 86972
Institución Educativa No. 86605
Institución Educativa No. 86601
Institución Educativa No. 86602
Institución Educativa No. 86743
Institución Educativa 86568 Nuestra Señora Del Pilar
Institución Educativa 86570 Santo Domingo De Compina
Cetpro Madre Teresa De Calcuta
Institución Educativa 86569 Santiago Antunez De Mayolo
Institución Educativa No. 86604
Institución Educativa No. 86606
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Museums in Ticapampa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Arqueológico de Ancash

Libraries in Ticapampa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Ticapampa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gran Mercado Popular Huaraz
La Parada
Mercado Central de Huaraz
Mercado de Challhua
Mercado de Independencia

Restaurants in Ticapampa

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7 Hierbas
Polleria el Goleador
Restaurant Turistico Faby Star
Restaurante Turístico 7 hierbas

Bus Stations in Ticapampa

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #4119778505

Breweries in Ticapampa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Sierra Andina cervecería

Stadiums & Teams in Ticapampa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ticapampa

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani AirportATAMedium Airport
Caraz AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ticapampa

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Salón del Reino Testigos de Jehová

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,422 m (11,228 ft)

🇵🇪 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 Ticapampa

What is the population of Ticapampa?

Ticapampa has a population of 1,674 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 142.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ticapampa?

Ticapampa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.5 inches, with 23.8 inches of snow.

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