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Atocha, Bolivia

Potosí Department · Bolivia

Atocha is a small town in Potosí Department, Bolivia with a population of 1,833. Elevation: 12,057 ft (3,675 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

1,833 Population 2/sq mi density
12,057 ft Elevation 3,675 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
7.5 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Atocha

Atocha

Atocha is a town in the Sud Chichas Province in the Potosí Department in Bolivia. It is the seat of the Atocha Municipality and Atocha Canton. In 2001 it had 2,033 inhabitants.

People

Population1,833
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation12,057 ft (3,675 m)
Population1,833
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation12,057 ft (3,675 m)
Coordinates-20.9352°, -66.2214°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvincePotosí Department
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation7.5 inches (190 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Atocha

Atocha is a small town in Bolivia (Potosí Department) with a population of 1,833. The city sits at an elevation of 12,057 feet (3,675 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.5 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Atocha experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 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 7.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 12,057 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 40°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below Bolivia avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,057 ft (3,675 m)
Area850.6 sq mi (2,203.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-20.9352°N, 66.2214°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.5"
80% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.24"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

521 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 8, 2025.

Jan 23, 1997 16 km NW of Villazón, Bolivia M7.1 129 km
Sep 15, 1999 70 km SW of Uyuni, Bolivia M6.4 109 km
Jul 21, 2007 19 km WSW of La Quiaca, Argentina M6.4 143 km
Mar 17, 2004 38 km NNE of Tupiza, Bolivia M6.1 69 km
Jul 27, 2003 56 km N of Camargo, Bolivia M6.0 140 km
Jul 14, 2009 133 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.7 133 km
Aug 21, 2024 29 km W of La Quiaca, Argentina M5.5 139 km
Jul 3, 2025 100 km E of Ollagüe, Chile M5.4 121 km
Nov 29, 2009 18 km NW of Villazón, Bolivia M5.4 126 km
Aug 20, 2007 74 km W of Potosí, Bolivia M5.4 138 km
Jan 9, 2024 128 km SE of Ollagüe, Chile M5.4 148 km
Jun 1, 2021 82 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.4 83 km
Sep 17, 2010 109 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.4 110 km
May 24, 2001 33 km W of Colchani, Bolivia M5.3 126 km
Apr 13, 2016 26 km W of Atocha, Bolivia M5.3 27 km
Jan 26, 2020 32 km WNW of Villazón, Bolivia M5.3 123 km
Nov 6, 1998 137 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.3 137 km
Aug 8, 2024 65 km WSW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.1 65 km
Apr 3, 2023 70 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.1 71 km
Jan 7, 2011 42 km NE of Villazón, Bolivia M5.1 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Jatun Mundo Quri Warani (131 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Jatun Mundo Quri Warani Lava dome(s) 5,438 m (17,841 ft) Unknown 131 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Wettest
February 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.2 in
April 52°F (11°C) 0.1 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.0 in
June 39°F (4°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 40°F (4°C) 0.0 in
August 41°F (5°C) 0.0 in
September 48°F (9°C) 0.0 in
October 51°F (11°C) 0.1 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in Warmest

Atocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 39°F in June to 56°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 7.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Atocha

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Eduardo Avaroa
UE 6 de Agosto
U.E. Santa Ana
U.E. Daniel Campos
U.E. Gregorio Pacheco
U.E. 10 de Noviembre
UE Mcal. Sucre
U.E. Tomas Frias
U.E. Chocaya
Unidad Educativa Gregorio Pachecho
Unidad Educativa Cornelio Saavedra
Unidad Educativa Gregorio Pachecho
Unidad Educativa Bolivia
Unidad Educativa Nacional Chichas
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Farmers Markets in Atocha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central Atocha
Mercado Central Telamayu
Plaza Mercado

Hotels in Atocha

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Atocha Inn
Residencial Punta Rieles
Wilkafer

Restaurants in Atocha

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El minero

Monuments in Atocha

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avion

Train Stations in Atocha

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cerdas
Estación Atocha
Estación Cerdas
Estación F.C. Escoriani

Bus Stations in Atocha

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de buses de Atocha

Gas Stations in Atocha

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ES Allita Atocha - YPFB

Banks in Atocha

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco Unión
Banco Unión
Cooperativa El Chorolque Ltda

Stadiums & Teams in Atocha

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Atocha

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Joya Andina International AirportUYULarge Airport
Cerdas AirportSmall Airport
Tupiza-Mochará AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Atocha

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia de Telamayu

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/La_Paz

🇧🇴 About Bolivia

Capital Sucre
Population 11,353,142
Area 1,098,580 km²
GDP (USD) $52,340,206,946
GDP per capita $4,275
HDI 0.733
Life expectancy 68.6 years
Internet users 70.2%
Urban population 70.9%
Currency BOB (Boliviano)
Languages Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +591
TLD .bo
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Bolivia

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Feast of the Virgin of Candelaria Fiesta de la Virgen de Candelaria
Feb 16 Carnival Feriado por Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Feriado por Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Dia del trabajo
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 21 Andean New Year Año Nuevo Andino
Aug 2 Agrarian Reform Day Día de la Revolución Agraria
Aug 6 Independence Day Dia de la Patria
Nov 2 All Saints' Day Todos Santos
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Atocha

What is the population of Atocha?

Atocha has a population of 1,833 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 850.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Atocha?

Atocha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.5 inches.

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