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Betanzos, Bolivia

Potosí Department · Bolivia

Betanzos is a small town in Potosí Department, Bolivia with a population of 4,847. Elevation: 10,922 ft (3,329 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4,847 Population 6/sq mi density
10,922 ft Elevation 3,329 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
19.4 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Betanzos

Betanzos

Betanzos is a municipality in the autonomous community of Galicia in northwestern Spain in the province of A Coruña. It belongs to the comarca of Betanzos. In Roman times Betanzos was called Flauvium Brigantium or Brigantium, this claim is disputed by the neighboring town of A Coruña along with many historians. During the Medieval period the settlement was known as Carunio.

People

Population4,847
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain19.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation10,922 ft (3,329 m)
Population4,847
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation10,922 ft (3,329 m)
Coordinates-19.5529°, -65.4540°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvincePotosí Department
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation19.4 inches (493 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Betanzos

Betanzos is a small town in Bolivia (Potosí Department) with a population of 4,847. The city sits at an elevation of 10,922 feet (3,329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.4 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Climate in Betanzos

Betanzos has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 358 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 88.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 84.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 51.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.6
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 10.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 23.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 23.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 57.5
Betanzos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 19.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,922 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above Bolivia avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,922 ft (3,329 m)
Area858.8 sq mi (2,224.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-19.5529°N, 65.4540°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.4"
49% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.13"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 22, 2025.

Oct 10, 1990 68 km SSE of Challapata, Bolivia M6.6 122 km
Jun 29, 2001 53 km W of Potosí, Bolivia M6.1 84 km
Jul 27, 2003 56 km N of Camargo, Bolivia M6.0 71 km
Aug 20, 2007 74 km W of Potosí, Bolivia M5.4 106 km
Jun 20, 1992 29 km SSE of Challapata, Bolivia M5.3 139 km
Mar 1, 1998 45 km NNE of Colquechaca, Bolivia M5.3 146 km
Sep 22, 2024 67 km S of Challapata, Bolivia M4.9 128 km
May 30, 2011 69 km NNE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.8 127 km
Apr 27, 2011 52 km WSW of Potosí, Bolivia M4.8 84 km
Mar 17, 2011 60 km NE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.7 125 km
Oct 11, 1994 57 km NE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.7 128 km
Jan 12, 2007 48 km NE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.7 134 km
Jan 9, 2009 45 km SSE of Challapata, Bolivia M4.6 130 km
Aug 12, 2019 69 km WSW of Monteagudo, Bolivia M4.6 115 km
Mar 2, 2013 42 km NNE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.6 144 km
Oct 11, 2012 28 km NNW of Monteagudo, Bolivia M4.6 146 km
Jun 27, 2013 50 km NNW of Potosí, Bolivia M4.5 66 km
Feb 18, 2006 38 km NE of Uyuni, Bolivia M4.5 137 km
Jul 14, 2022 36 km ENE of Colquechaca, Bolivia M4.5 115 km
Mar 31, 1992 35 km N of Camargo, Bolivia M4.5 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Jatun Mundo Quri Warani (110 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Jatun Mundo Quri Warani Lava dome(s) 5,438 m (17,841 ft) Unknown 110 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in Wettest
February 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
March 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
April 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.1 in
July 50°F (10°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
October 58°F (14°C) 1.2 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
December 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in Warmest

Betanzos has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 50°F in July to 59°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Betanzos

42 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Malca Mayu
UE 1ro. de Abril de Tecoya Baja
U.E. Villa Imperial B
U.E. 14 de Noviembre
UE Lourdes
UE Tomas Frias
U.E. Mora Mora
U.E. Elizardo Perez de Lagunillas
U.E. 21 de Septiembre de Lamani Alta
U.E. 2 de Agosto de Lamani Baja
UE Jose Antonio Zampa B
UE Miguel Betanzos de Tecoya
UE Mamahota
U.E. Franz Tamayo de Ckonapaya
Unidad Educativa Cornelio Saavedra A
U.E. Eduardo Avaroa
U.E. Villa Imperial A
U.E. Miguel Betanzos
U.E. Posuyo
Chillcani
UE Charojsi
U.E. Mons. Leonardo Bernacchi Fantoni
UE Jose Antonio Zampa A
UE Cornelio Saavedra B
U.E. Luis Espinal Camps de Quivi Quivi
U.E. Kamaly
UE Willca Mayu
UE Sagrado Corazon de Jesus de Rodero
UE Phalapaya
UE Pignasi
U.E. Taquichiri
U.E. 21 de Septiembre de Chiutaluyo
UE Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz
U.E. Fray Jose Rossi Brogi
U.E. Huancarani
UE Jinchapulo
U.E. Khupata
U.E. Eduardo Avaroa de Chaqui
UE Eduardo Abaroa de Chaqui Mayu
U.E. Juan Francisco Bohórquez
Unidad Educativa Modesto Omiste
Unidad Educativa Betanzos
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Radio Stations near Betanzos

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Panamericana cultura, deportes MP3
Radio Folklorica Uyuni bolivia, folklore MP3 128 kbps
Red Uyuni: Radio Recuerdos latina, música MP3 128 kbps
Cristo Viene La Red bible, cristiana MP3 128 kbps

Hotels in Betanzos

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Residencial Herbas

Train Stations in Betanzos

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Betanzos

Gas Stations in Betanzos

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

EE.SS. Betanzos - YPFB
EE.SS. Contreras Srl

Banks in Betanzos

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco Union
CRECER IFD

Airports Near Betanzos

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alcantarí International AirportSRELarge Airport
Capitan Nicolas Rojas AirportPOIMedium Airport
Juana Azurduy de Padilla Air Force BaseMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Betanzos

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dios es Amor
La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días
Salon del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova

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 Betanzos

What is the population of Betanzos?

Betanzos has a population of 4,847 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 858.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Betanzos?

Betanzos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.4 inches.

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