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Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia
Oruro · Bolivia
Curahuara de Carangas is a small town in Oruro, Bolivia with a population of 1,613. Elevation: 13,048 ft (3,977 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Curahuara de Carangas
Curahuara de Carangas is a small town in the Bolivian Oruro Department. It is the seat of the Sajama Province. In 2009 it had an estimated population of 1,581.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,613 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,048 ft (3,977 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.8427°, -68.4088° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Oruro |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.5 inches (367 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Curahuara de Carangas
Curahuara de Carangas is a small town in Bolivia (Oruro) with a population of 1,613. The city sits at an elevation of 13,048 feet (3,977 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.5 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,048 ft (3,977 m) |
| Area | 244.2 sq mi (632.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.8427°N, 68.4088°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Parinacota (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 86 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 119 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 38°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 40°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in |
Curahuara de Carangas has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 38°F in June to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Curahuara de Carangas
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. Villa Irpoco | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Pan de Azucarani | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Yaraque | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Elizardo Perez | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Eduardo Sagárnaga | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Mariscal Andres de Santa Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Carahuara de Carangas | — | — | — | — |
| U.E Humaphusa | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Curahuara de Carangas
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Curahuara de Carangas
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Curahuara de Carangas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Curahuara de Carangas
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Curahuara de Carangas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Totora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Turco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Aroma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Curahuara de Carangas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Curahuara de Carangas | |
| Parroquia de Pan de Azucarani |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Curahuara de Carangas?
Curahuara de Carangas has a population of 1,613 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 244.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Curahuara de Carangas?
Curahuara de Carangas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches.