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Turpay, Peru

Apurímac Department · Peru

Turpay is a small town in Apurímac Department, Peru with a population of 603. Elevation: 11,250 ft (3,429 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

603 Population 1/sq mi density
11,250 ft Elevation 3,429 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
56.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Turpay

Turpay

Mamara es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Apurímac, provincia de Grau, distrito de Mamara. Se encuentra a una altitud de 3588 m s. n. m. Tenía una población de 663 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population603
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation11,250 ft (3,429 m)
Population603
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation11,250 ft (3,429 m)
Coordinates-14.2279°, -72.6223°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceApurímac Department
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation56.9 inches (1,445 mm)
Annual Snowfall66.8 inches (170 cm)

About Turpay

Turpay is a small town in Peru (Apurímac Department) with a population of 603. The city sits at an elevation of 11,250 feet (3,429 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Turpay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 41°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 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 66.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,250 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below Peru avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,250 ft (3,429 m)
Area995.2 sq mi (2,577.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-14.2279°N, 72.6223°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.9"
50% above Peru avg
Snowfall 66.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.64"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

356 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 133 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 110 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 147 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 130 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 7 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 125 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 63 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 129 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 1 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 99 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 143 km
Jan 29, 2019 20 km NNW of Ayo, Peru M5.5 147 km
Dec 20, 1999 33 km ENE of Chichas, Peru M5.4 139 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 72 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 91 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 139 km
Oct 24, 2000 13 km SE of Alca, Peru M5.4 111 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 12 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 149 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 14 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (136 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 136 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 137 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 186 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 7.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 46°F (8°C) 7.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 7.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.3 in
August 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in
September 44°F (7°C) 1.3 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
December 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in Warmest

Turpay has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 38°F in January to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Turpay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Gamez
Institución Educativa 54416 Turpay
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Stadiums & Teams in Turpay

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Airports Near Turpay

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Tamburco AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,588 m (11,772 ft)
Postal Code
03335

🇵🇪 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 Turpay

What is the population of Turpay?

Turpay has a population of 603 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 995.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Turpay?

Turpay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches, with 66.8 inches of snow.

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