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Machacamarca, Bolivia
Oruro · Bolivia
Machacamarca is a small town in Oruro, Bolivia with a population of 2,044. Elevation: 12,231 ft (3,728 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Machacamarca
Machacamarca is a small town in the Pantaléon Dalence Province in the Oruro Department in Bolivia. It is the seat of the Machacamarca Municipality and of the Machacamarca Canton. At the time of census 2001 it had a population of 2,206. The town is situated south of Oruro near the south-eastern shore of Lake Uru Uru at the road and railway that lead to Poopó.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,044 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,231 ft (3,728 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.1725°, -67.0210° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Oruro |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.1 inches (384 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Machacamarca
Machacamarca is a small town in Bolivia (Oruro) with a population of 2,044. The city sits at an elevation of 12,231 feet (3,728 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.1 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Climate in Machacamarca
Machacamarca has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Dec (13.1°C), the coldest is Jul (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 414 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,231 ft (3,728 m) |
| Area | 630.5 sq mi (1,633.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.1725°N, 67.0210°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jayu Khota, Laguna (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Jayu Khota, Laguna | Maar(s) | 3,650 m (11,975 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Jatun Mundo Quri Warani | Lava dome(s) | 5,438 m (17,841 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in |
Machacamarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 41°F in July to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Machacamarca
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unidad Educativa Pedro Domingo 1 | — | — | — | — |
| U.E PEDRO DOMINGO MURILLO 2 | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. República de México | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Machacamarca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Ferroviario Simón Iturri Patiño | ||||
| Museo Minero del Socavón | ||||
| Museo Nacional Antropológico Eduardo López R. | ||||
| Museo Simón Iturri Patiño |
Libraries in Machacamarca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Kantuta | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Kantuta | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Oruro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Oruro | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Machacamarca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartolina Sisa | |||||
| Mercado Bartolina Sisa | |||||
| Mercado Bolívar | |||||
| Mercado Camacho | |||||
| Mercado Camacho | |||||
| Mercado Camacho | |||||
| Mercado Campero | |||||
| Mercado Eduardo Avaroa | |||||
| Mercado El Paraíso | |||||
| Mercado El Paraíso | |||||
| Mercado Fermín López | |||||
| Mercado Kantuta | |||||
| Mercado Las Américas | |||||
| Mercado Max Fernandez | |||||
| Mercado Max Fernandez | |||||
| Mercado Miraflores | |||||
| Mercado Miraflores | |||||
| Mercado Tagarete | |||||
| Mercado Venezuela | |||||
| Mercado Young | |||||
| Mercado Young | |||||
| Roberto Young |
Restaurants in Machacamarca
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Machacamarca
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Machacamarca
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Machacamarca
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Machacamarca
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Machacamarca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Machacamarca
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Mendoza International Airport | ORU | Large Airport |
| Collpani Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estalsa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intiraymi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rosapata Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Machacamarca
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Templo Ave María | |
| Templo Virgen de Fátima |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Machacamarca
What is the population of Machacamarca?
Machacamarca has a population of 2,044 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 630.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Machacamarca?
Machacamarca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.1 inches.