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Huatajata, Bolivia

La Paz Department · Bolivia

Huatajata is a small town in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 3,700. Elevation: 12,543 ft (3,823 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,700 Population 8/sq mi density
12,543 ft Elevation 3,823 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
29.9 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Huatajata

Huatajata

Huatajata ist eine Ortschaft im Departamento La Paz im südamerikanischen Anden-Staat Bolivien.

People

Population3,700
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation12,543 ft (3,823 m)
Population3,700
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation12,543 ft (3,823 m)
Coordinates-16.2089°, -68.7004°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceLa Paz Department
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation29.9 inches (759 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Huatajata

Huatajata is a small town in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 3,700. The city sits at an elevation of 12,543 feet (3,823 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.9 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Huatajata experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 12,543 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below Bolivia avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,543 ft (3,823 m)
Area445.8 sq mi (1,154.7 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-16.2089°N, 68.7004°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.9"
21% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.18"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

227 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 9, 2025.

Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 97 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 131 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 73 km
Jul 12, 2024 67 km E of Tarata, Peru M5.6 150 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 89 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 87 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 92 km
Dec 22, 1995 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia M5.3 65 km
Mar 25, 2000 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru M5.3 89 km
May 25, 2013 18 km E of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.3 108 km
Aug 12, 2001 27 km W of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.2 147 km
Feb 4, 2007 73 km S of Desaguadero, Peru M5.1 121 km
Jan 10, 1995 23 km W of Desaguadero, Peru M5.1 70 km
Sep 29, 2012 58 km SE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.1 132 km
Apr 10, 2024 60 km W of Patacamaya, Bolivia M5.0 119 km
May 8, 2001 77 km WNW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia M5.0 148 km
Aug 13, 1999 82 km E of Estique, Peru M4.9 146 km
Jan 9, 1994 23 km SE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M4.9 123 km
Jul 14, 2011 29 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M4.9 79 km
Feb 6, 1994 26 km S of Desaguadero, Peru M4.9 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (193 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 193 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 6.2 in Wettest
February 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in Warmest
March 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.0 in
June 42°F (5°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 42°F (5°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 43°F (6°C) 0.5 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
December 51°F (10°C) 4.9 in

Huatajata has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 42°F in July to 51°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Huatajata

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Mocomoco - - - -
U.E. Pata Patani - - - -
U.E. Huatajata - - - -
U.E. Pata Patani - - - -
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Radio Stations near Huatajata

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio San Gabriel cultura, educación AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Huatajata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kon-Tiki Oceanic Boats
Museo Isla Suriqui
Museo Pariti
Museo Pata Patani
Museo Pata Patani

Farmers Markets in Huatajata

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Achacachi
Mercado Popular
Plaza: Mercado Ferial de Cumaná
Puestos de comida

Hotels in Huatajata

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alaxpacha Hotel
Hostal Inti Karka
Inca Utama & Spa

Restaurants in Huatajata

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

hotel y restaurante Pachamama
Kala Uta

Clinics in Huatajata

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chua Cocani's medic center

Gas Stations in Huatajata

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ES Huatajata

Banks in Huatajata

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Diaconia

Stadiums & Teams in Huatajata

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Airports Near Huatajata

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Alto International AirportLPBLarge Airport
Copacabana Airport-Small Airport
Laja Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Huatajata

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días
Luz de vida Lacachi
Templo Evangelico Bautista Huatajata

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/La_Paz
Elevation
3,943 m (12,937 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 Huatajata

What is the population of Huatajata?

Huatajata has a population of 3,700 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 445.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huatajata?

Huatajata has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.9 inches.

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