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Torata, Peru
Moquegua Department · Peru
Torata is a small city in Moquegua Department, Peru with a population of 7,054. Elevation: 7,260 ft (2,213 m). Average temperature: 91°F (33°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Torata
Torata es una localidad peruana capital del distrito homónimo ubicado en la provincia de Mariscal Nieto en el departamento de Moquegua. Se encuentra a una altitud de 2195 m s.n.m. Tenía una población de 830 hab. en 2017.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,054 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,260 ft (2,213 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.0769°, -70.8433° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Moquegua Department |
| Average Temperature | 91°F (33°C) |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.7 inches (273 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Torata
Torata is a small city in Peru (Moquegua Department) with a population of 7,054. The city sits at an elevation of 7,260 feet (2,213 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 91°F (33°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 93°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 90.6°F |
| 68% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,260 ft (2,213 m) |
| Area | 781.5 sq mi (2,024.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.0769°N, 70.8433°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 90 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | - | 104 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | - | - | 25 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tutupaca (50 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 50 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 52 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 70 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 180 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 182 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 62°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 93°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in |
Torata has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 58°F in June to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.6") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Torata
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 43021 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 43004 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 43169 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Fiscalizado Daniel Alcides Carrión | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Juan Vélez de Córdova | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa José Carlos Mariátegui | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 43010 | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio José Carlos Mariátegui (secundaria) | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio José Carlos Mariátegui (primaria) | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Torata
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Studio 97 | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Torata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Contisuyo |
Farmers Markets in Torata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria de la Chacra a la Olla | |||||
| Mercado Carrillo | |||||
| Mercado de San Antonio |
Restaurants in Torata
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Torata
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Torata
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Torata
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Torata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Torata
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rodríguez Ballón International Airport | AQP | Large Airport |
| General Jorge Fernandez Maldon Airport | ILQ | Medium Airport |
| Campamento De Ilo Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cesar Torke Podesta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Torata
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San Agustín de Torata |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Torata
What is the population of Torata?
Torata has a population of 7,054 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 781.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Torata?
Torata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 91°F (33°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.7 inches.