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Toma, Peru

Ancash · Peru

Toma is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 538. Elevation: 8,484 ft (2,586 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

538 Population 4/sq mi density
8,484 ft Elevation 2,586 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
84.8 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Toma

Carhuaz, Peru is the capital of the province of Carhuaz. It is located in the Ancash Region, Carhuaz Province, Carhuaz District.

People

Population538
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain84.8 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation8,484 ft (2,586 m)
Population538
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation8,484 ft (2,586 m)
Coordinates-9.2725°, -77.6684°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAncash
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation84.8 inches (2,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)

About Toma

Toma is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 538. The city sits at an elevation of 8,484 feet (2,586 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.

Toma experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 84.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 8,484 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below Peru avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,484 ft (2,586 m)
Area137.0 sq mi (354.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-9.2725°N, 77.6684°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.8"
123% above Peru avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.41"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

81 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 13, 2025.

May 12, 1992 40 km W of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.7 122 km
Jan 3, 2010 16 km E of Huallanca, Peru M5.7 53 km
Jul 31, 1995 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M5.7 144 km
Jan 28, 2017 55 km WSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.3 147 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 148 km
Nov 5, 1998 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru M5.3 139 km
Oct 18, 1992 25 km SW of Chimbote, Peru M5.2 116 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 147 km
Mar 28, 2010 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru M5.2 107 km
Mar 21, 2015 33 km SSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.1 116 km
Oct 19, 1992 30 km S of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.1 97 km
Nov 22, 1990 51 km W of Huarmey, Peru M5.1 141 km
Dec 14, 1993 53 km SW of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.1 148 km
Jul 23, 1997 33 km WSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.0 129 km
Mar 15, 1996 17 km ENE of Caraz, Peru M5.0 32 km
Aug 13, 2025 36 km W of Puerto Santa, Peru M5.0 148 km
Feb 19, 2024 33 km SSW of Chimbote, Peru M5.0 115 km
Mar 28, 2015 44 km SSW of Puerto Casma, Peru M5.0 113 km
Nov 2, 2002 39 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru M4.9 142 km
Aug 8, 2002 13 km S of Puente Viru, Peru M4.9 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 3 km
1970 N. PERU Earthquake 0.5 m 66,794 125 km
1678 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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

Toma 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").

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Schools in Toma

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio Inicial Toma
Institución Educativa 86286 Señor De Los Auxilios
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Museums in Toma

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ichic-Willkawaín
Museo Arqueológico Ichik Nuna - Caraz
Museo de Sitio Augusto Soriano Infante
Museo Municipal Hernán Osorio Herrera
Willkawaín

Libraries in Toma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Augusto Alba Herrera0.0

Farmers Markets in Toma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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

Gas Stations in Toma

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fuel Ava

Breweries in Toma

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Sierra Andina cervecería
Ucuchá Cerveza Artesanal

Stadiums & Teams in Toma

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Toma

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani AirportATAMedium Airport
Caraz AirportSmall Airport
Casma AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,688 m (8,819 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 Toma

What is the population of Toma?

Toma has a population of 538 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 Toma?

Toma 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.

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