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Belen, Bolivia
La Paz Department · Bolivia
Belen is a small town in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 620. Elevation: 12,697 ft (3,870 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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About Belen
Collpa Pucho Belén ist eine Ortschaft im Departamento La Paz im südamerikanischen Andenstaat Bolivien.
People
Climate
| Population | 620 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,697 ft (3,870 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.3667°, -67.5500° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | La Paz Department |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.3 inches (415 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Belen
Belen is a small town in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 620. The city sits at an elevation of 12,697 feet (3,870 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,697 ft (3,870 m) |
| Area | 244.2 sq mi (632.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.3667°N, 67.5500°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Parinacota (191 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 40°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in |
Belen has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 39°F in July to 51°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Belen
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. Belen Unida | — | — | — | — |
| UE Venezuela de Conchamarca | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Simon Bolivar de Belen | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Collpa Belen | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Hurinzaya de Machacamarca | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Litoral de Vilaque | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Japon de Llojlla Chico | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Pedro Domingo Murillo de Llojlla Grande | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Huanocollo | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Gran Poder de Tauca | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Mejillones de Khulluma | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Antonio Jose de Sucre de Romer Kota | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Jaruma B | — | — | — | — |
Gas Stations in Belen
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Belen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Belen
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Mendoza International Airport | ORU | Large Airport |
| Intiraymi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Totora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Aroma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belen
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Colpapucho Belen Alto | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Metodista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Belen
What is the population of Belen?
Belen has a population of 620 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 244.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belen?
Belen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.