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Tisco, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Tisco is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 199. Elevation: 14,190 ft (4,325 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

199 Population 0/sq mi density
14,190 ft Elevation 4,325 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Tisco

Tata Steel Limited is an Indian multinational steel company headquartered in Mumbai and is part of the Tata Group. Formerly known as Tata Iron and Steel Company Limited (TISCO), the company was established on 26 August 1907 in Jamshedpur.

People

Population199
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days365/yr
Elevation14,190 ft (4,325 m)
Population199
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation14,190 ft (4,325 m)
Coordinates-15.3472°, -71.4466°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall80.9 inches (206 cm)

About Tisco

Tisco is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 199. The city sits at an elevation of 14,190 feet (4,325 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Tisco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 365 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 80.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,190 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below Peru avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days365 days/yr

Geography

Elevation14,190 ft (4,325 m)
Area787.0 sq mi (2,038.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-15.3472°N, 71.4466°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below Peru avg
Snowfall 80.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.06"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

669 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 133 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 78 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 86 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 119 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 113 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 72 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 124 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 47 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 109 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 93 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 131 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 121 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 115 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 121 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 45 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 132 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 106 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 76 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 141 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sabancaya (66 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 66 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 91 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 94 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 95 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 131 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 154 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 6.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 43°F (6°C) 5.8 in
March 42°F (6°C) 5.0 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
May 38°F (3°C) 0.5 in
June 35°F (1°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in
August 35°F (2°C) 0.2 in
September 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in

Tisco has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 35°F in June to 44°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Tisco

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 40567
Institución Educativa 40421 Jose Olaya Balandra - Tisco
Institución Educativa 40421 Jose Olaya Balandra - Tisco
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Airports Near Tisco

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chivay AirportSmall Airport
Yauri AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
4,211 m (13,816 ft)
Postal Code
04185

🇵🇪 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 Tisco

What is the population of Tisco?

Tisco has a population of 199 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 787.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tisco?

Tisco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 365 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 80.9 inches of snow.

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