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Tomay Kichwa, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Tomay Kichwa is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 1,950. Elevation: 6,673 ft (2,034 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

1,950 Population 17/sq mi density
6,673 ft Elevation 2,034 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
73.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Tomay Kichwa

Tomayquichua District is one of eight districts in the Ambo of Peru. Despite its size and population, it receives some tourism, almost entirely domestic, due to locally popular events such as “El Baile de Negritos”, and the house of “La Perricholi”.

People

Population1,950
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain73.2 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation6,673 ft (2,034 m)
Population1,950
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation6,673 ft (2,034 m)
Coordinates-10.0772°, -76.2119°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation73.2 inches (1,859 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.1 inches (61 cm)

About Tomay Kichwa

Tomay Kichwa is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 1,950. The city sits at an elevation of 6,673 feet (2,034 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Tomay Kichwa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 73.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 6,673 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,673 ft (2,034 m)
Area112.8 sq mi (292.1 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates-10.0772°N, 76.2119°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.2"
93% above Peru avg
Snowfall 24.1"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.50"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

172 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 2, 2025.

Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 93 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 99 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 83 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 95 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 120 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 146 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 104 km
Mar 13, 2018 56 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 136 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 101 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 87 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 108 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 132 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 126 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 115 km
Jun 26, 2008 central Peru M5.0 145 km
Oct 18, 1994 1 km SE of Villa Rica, Peru M5.0 128 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 88 km
Apr 19, 2025 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru M4.9 70 km
Mar 5, 2019 55 km WSW of Yuyapichis, Peru M4.9 89 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.0 in
February 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in Wettest
April 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 58°F (15°C) 0.8 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in Warmest
December 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in

Tomay Kichwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in July to 61°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Tomay Kichwa

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 33388 Luisa Maria Cuculiza Torre
Institución Educativa Retamayoc
Institución Educativa No. 32204
Institución Educativa No. 32202
Institución Educativa No. 32771
Institución Educativa No. 32741
Institución Educativa Ricardo Flores Gutierrez
Institución Educativa No. 33083
Institución Educativa No. 32826
Institución Educativa No. 32693
Institución Educativa 32149 San Martin De Porras
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Museums in Tomay Kichwa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kotosh Preinca Culture
Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez

Libraries in Tomay Kichwa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Central0.0

Farmers Markets in Tomay Kichwa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Ambo
Mercado de Paucarbamba
Mercado Isco
Mercado Mayorista de Puelles
Mercado Modelo de Huánuco
Mercado Viejo de Huánuco
Mercado Virgen del Carmen

Restaurants in Tomay Kichwa

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Recreo villa El Milagro

Bus Stations in Tomay Kichwa

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #4143759693
PE #4143759694

Gas Stations in Tomay Kichwa

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #4143759354

Stadiums & Teams in Tomay Kichwa

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Airports Near Tomay Kichwa

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Pozuzo AirportSmall Airport
Ricrán AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Tomay Kichwa

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cardiología Huánuco
Cayran
Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo
Clínica Roca
Detecta
Las Moras
San Fernando
San Gabriel
San Juan
San Sebastian de Quera
Santa María
Tomografías Campos

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,049 m (6,723 ft)
Postal Code
10410

🇵🇪 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 Tomay Kichwa

What is the population of Tomay Kichwa?

Tomay Kichwa has a population of 1,950 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 112.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tomay Kichwa?

Tomay Kichwa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow.

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