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Calchani, Bolivia

Cochabamba · Bolivia

Calchani is a small town in Cochabamba, Bolivia with a population of 1,074. Elevation: 9,895 ft (3,016 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,074 Population 3/sq mi density
9,895 ft Elevation 3,016 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Calchani

Calchani

Calchani ist eine Ortschaft im Departamento Cochabamba im südamerikanischen Andenstaat Bolivien.

People

Population1,074
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation9,895 ft (3,016 m)
Population1,074
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation9,895 ft (3,016 m)
Coordinates-17.3228°, -66.6913°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceCochabamba
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Calchani

Calchani is a small town in Bolivia (Cochabamba) with a population of 1,074. The city sits at an elevation of 9,895 feet (3,016 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Calchani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 55°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 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,895 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above Bolivia avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,895 ft (3,016 m)
Area333.2 sq mi (862.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-17.3228°N, 66.6913°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.89"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

58 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 30, 2025.

May 22, 1998 25 km NNW of Mizque, Bolivia M6.6 141 km
Mar 15, 2019 31 km SSE of Tarata, Bolivia M6.3 103 km
Jul 4, 2001 41 km NNE of Colomi, Bolivia M6.2 110 km
Mar 1, 1998 45 km NNE of Colquechaca, Bolivia M5.3 138 km
May 22, 1998 Potosi-Chuquisaca border region, Bolivia M5.3 120 km
Jun 13, 2010 35 km NE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M5.0 71 km
Mar 7, 2023 38 km ENE of Colomi, Bolivia M4.9 123 km
May 22, 1998 26 km W of Mizque, Bolivia M4.8 135 km
Aug 31, 2001 12 km ENE of Totoral, Bolivia M4.7 128 km
Aug 10, 2004 16 km NE of Huanuni, Bolivia M4.7 94 km
Aug 8, 1995 19 km SSW of Llallagua, Bolivia M4.6 141 km
Apr 1, 2019 25 km ENE of Oruro, Bolivia M4.6 67 km
Nov 9, 2001 4 km SE of Cliza, Bolivia M4.6 90 km
Jul 7, 2013 15 km E of Arani, Bolivia M4.6 117 km
Jul 11, 2009 16 km N of Tiquipaya, Bolivia M4.5 50 km
Jul 12, 2001 5 km SW of Sacaba, Bolivia M4.5 66 km
Mar 12, 2014 15 km NE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M4.5 87 km
Nov 16, 2009 7 km ESE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M4.5 101 km
Jan 10, 2016 34 km NNE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.5 35 km
Jul 25, 2024 34 km NE of Colomi, Bolivia M4.5 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 6.9 in Wettest
February 57°F (14°C) 5.9 in
March 56°F (14°C) 4.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.5 in
June 49°F (9°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in
August 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in Warmest
December 58°F (14°C) 4.7 in

Calchani has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 49°F in June to 59°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Calchani

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Cavicavini - - - -
U.E. Vilacota - - - -
U.E. Sacapaya - - - -
U.E. Vilayaque - - - -
U.E. Copaya - - - -
U.E. Copururo - - - -
U.E. Loquena C - - - -
U.E. Cuesta Cuchu - - - -
U.E. Cotani - - - -
U.E. Humapampa - - - -
U.E. Lekelekeni - - - -
U.E. Loquena A - - - -
U.E. Moyapampa - - - -
U.E. Qhulaya - - - -
U.E. Canari - - - -
U.E. Angostura - - - -
U.E. Cavini - - - -
U.E. Cerro Blanco - - - -
U.E. Chakalluta - - - -
U.E. Chaipisirca - - - -
U.E. Chaupisuyu - - - -
U.E. Chuchuata - - - -
U.E. Mariano Baptista - - - -
U.E. Angostura - - - -
U.E. Chintaya - - - -
U.E. Ascasivi - - - -
U.E. Chullapampa - - - -
U.E. Charapaya - - - -
U.E. Chamacoma - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Calchani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Morochata
Mercado Popular de Independencia

Hotels in Calchani

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alojamiento Chicote Grande La Aguada

Stadiums & Teams in Calchani

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Airports Near Calchani

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jorge Wilsterman International AirportCBBLarge Airport
Juan Mendoza International AirportORULarge Airport
Arampampa Airport-Small Airport
Intiraymi Airport-Small Airport

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Calchani

What is the population of Calchani?

Calchani has a population of 1,074 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 333.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Calchani?

Calchani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.

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