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Tinco, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Tinco is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 560. Elevation: 8,301 ft (2,530 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tinco
Carhuac es un centro poblado de Ancash ( Perú), capital del distrito de Ataquero, por mandato de la Ley N.º 12030 del 23 de diciembre de 1953, promulgada en el gobierno del general de división, Manuel Arturo Odría Amoretti, que trasladó la capitalidad anteriormente detentada por el poblado de Ataquero.El poblado de Carhuac está sito en la margen izquierda del río Santa, en la vertiente oriental de la Cordillera Negra. El distrito de Ataquero está en la provincia de Carhuaz), inclusa en el Departamento de Ancash, sujeta a la administración del Gobierno regional de Ancash, Perú.
People
Climate
| Population | 560 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,301 ft (2,530 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2707°, -77.6778° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.8 inches (2,153 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
About Tinco
Tinco is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 560. The city sits at an elevation of 8,301 feet (2,530 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.8 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,301 ft (2,530 m) |
| Area | 137.0 sq mi (354.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2707°N, 77.6778°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis 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 | 4 km |
| 1970 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 66,794 | 123 km |
| 1678 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in |
Tinco has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 48°F in June to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tinco
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inicial Divino Niño Jesús | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 86285 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Jose Carlos Mariategui | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Tinco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ichic-Willkawaín | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante | ||||
| Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera | ||||
| Willkawaín |
Libraries in Tinco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tinco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro comercial y de abastos | |||||
| Centro Comercial Y De Abastos | |||||
| Gran Mercado de Productores "San Gabino" | |||||
| Mercado Campo Ferial de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Central de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado de Flores - Caraz | |||||
| Mercado de Independencia | |||||
| Mercado La Explanada de Caraz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Río Llullán |
Monuments in Tinco
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tinco
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Tinco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Andina cervecería | ||||
| Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Tinco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tinco
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | ATA | Medium Airport |
| Caraz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tinco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tinco
What is the population of Tinco?
Tinco has a population of 560 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 137.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tinco?
Tinco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.8 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.