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Totorales, Peru
Tacna · Peru
Totorales is a small town in Tacna, Peru with a population of 1,976. Elevation: 7,930 ft (2,417 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,976 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,930 ft (2,417 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.4059°, -70.3664° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Tacna |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Totorales
Totorales is a small town in Peru (Tacna) with a population of 1,976. The city sits at an elevation of 7,930 feet (2,417 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,930 ft (2,417 m) |
| Area | 499.4 sq mi (1,293.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.4059°N, 70.3664°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.0 m (59 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 18.0 m | 25,000 | 149 km |
| 1604 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 174 | 81 km |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 149 km |
| 1895 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 94 km |
| 1715 | PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 48 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 31 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 42 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 103 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 120 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 155 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in |
Totorales has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 55°F in June to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 1.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.8") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Totorales
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 42047 José Olaya | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 42118 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Totorales
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Alto Camilaca | |||||
| Mercado de Candarave | |||||
| Mercado La Florida | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Mirave |
Stadiums & Teams in Totorales
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Totorales
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport | TCQ | Medium Airport |
| Cesar Torke Podesta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuajone Botiflaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Toquepala Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Totorales?
Totorales has a population of 1,976 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 499.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Totorales?
Totorales enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.3 inches.