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Chulumani, Bolivia

La Paz Department · Bolivia

Chulumani is a small town in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 2,952. Elevation: 6,138 ft (1,871 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,952 Population 12/sq mi density
6,138 ft Elevation 1,871 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
44.6 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Chulumani

Chulumani

Chulumani is a municipality in Bolivia. It is the capital of the Sud Yungas region. Agriculture dominates the area, which produces bananas, coffee, and coca leaves. Chulumani is subtropical with warm temperatures and high humidity.

People

Population2,952
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation6,138 ft (1,871 m)
Population2,952
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation6,138 ft (1,871 m)
Coordinates-16.4086°, -67.5294°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceLa Paz Department
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation44.6 inches (1,132 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chulumani

Chulumani is a small town in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 2,952. The city sits at an elevation of 6,138 feet (1,871 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.6 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Chulumani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,138 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above Bolivia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,138 ft (1,871 m)
Area252.8 sq mi (654.8 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-16.4086°N, 67.5294°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.6"
17% above Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.40"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Apr 10, 2024.

Apr 10, 2024 60 km W of Patacamaya, Bolivia M5.0 139 km
Mar 27, 2008 8 km E of Tiahuanaco, Bolivia M4.6 115 km
Jan 10, 2016 34 km NNE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.5 120 km
Dec 1, 2013 38 km S of Patacamaya, Bolivia M4.4 138 km
Jul 30, 2004 13 km NE of Lahuachaca, Bolivia M4.4 97 km
Aug 3, 2004 16 km NNW of Lahuachaca, Bolivia M4.4 95 km
Dec 31, 1990 66 km S of Tiahuanaco, Bolivia M4.3 143 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km W of Lahuachaca, Bolivia M4.2 113 km
Aug 29, 1991 23 km NNE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.0 122 km
Aug 30, 2004 19 km WSW of Colchani, Bolivia M3.9 130 km
Apr 21, 1996 22 km S of Tiahuanaco, Bolivia M3.9 125 km
Oct 24, 2002 26 km ENE of Huarina, Bolivia M3.6 103 km
Jun 21, 1991 18 km SSE of Eucaliptus, Bolivia M3.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 7.3 in
March 66°F (19°C) 5.3 in
April 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
November 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest
December 66°F (19°C) 6.5 in

Chulumani has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 61°F in July to 67°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Chulumani

Institution Type Founded Website
Campus Universitario Universidad Mayor de San Andres (sede Chulumani) University - ,
Carrera de Agronomía University - ,

Schools in Chulumani

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Agustin Aspiazu de Irupana - - - -
Unidad Educativa Buenaventura Alcázar - - - -
Colegio Adventista de Chulumani - - - -
UE Miguel Mercado - - - -
U.E. Laza Víctor Centellas - - - -
U.E. Motoncoro - - - -
U.E. Yarija - - - -
U.E. Maticusini Narrozal - - - -
U.E. Cutusuma de Chulumani - - - -
U.E. Elizardo Perez de Pasto Pata - - - -
U.E. 5 de Mayo de Irupana - - - -
U.E. Villa Remedios - - - -
U.E. Pedro Domingo Murillo - - - -
U.E. Huancane - - - -
UE Crispin Andrade Portugal - - - -
UE Chulumani (nivel inicial) - - - -
U.E. Colopampa - - - -
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Museums in Chulumani

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Histórico Costumbrista Ocobaya

Farmers Markets in Chulumani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Coripata
Mercado de Ocobaya
Mercado Huancane
Mercado Modelo San José de Coroico
Mercado Municipal IRUPANA

Hotels in Chulumani

11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hospedaje
Hotel Anahí
Hotel Anahí
Hotel Arenas
Hotel El Monarca
Hotel Huany
Hotel Jaque Mate
Hotel Panorama
Hotel Tamampaya
Los Laureles Chirca
San Bartolomé

Restaurants in Chulumani

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Don Fabian

Cafes in Chulumani

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Empanadas María (tradición Chulumaneña)

Monuments in Chulumani

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mirador La Cruz
Monumento la Danza del Gorila

Dentists in Chulumani

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro Integral odontologíco Miguel Ángel

Bus Stations in Chulumani

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Terminal provincial de chulumani

Gas Stations in Chulumani

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ES Gasolcamp Srl
ES Huancane

Banks in Chulumani

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco de Desarrollo Productivo
Banco Diaconia
Banco Prodem
Banco Unión
Cooperativa Eléctrica
Ex Cooperativa San Bartolomé
Prodem

Stadiums & Teams in Chulumani

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Airports Near Chulumani

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Alto International AirportLPBLarge Airport
Caranavi Airport-Small Airport
Covendo Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chulumani

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de Chimpa
Iglesia de Chirca
Iglesia de San Bartolomé
Iglesia de San Cristobal
Iglesia del Nazareno
Iglesia Gran Poder
Iglesia nuevas Chulumani
Parroquia Huancane
Parroquia San Bartolomé

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/La_Paz
Elevation
1,871 m (6,139 ft)

🇧🇴 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 Chulumani

What is the population of Chulumani?

Chulumani has a population of 2,952 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 252.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chulumani?

Chulumani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches.

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