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Mapiri, Bolivia

La Paz Department · Bolivia

Mapiri is a small town in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 2,597. Elevation: 2,644 ft (806 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,597 Population 4/sq mi density
2,644 ft Elevation 806 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
56.8 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Mapiri

Mapiri

Mapiri is a town in the La Paz Department, Bolivia.

People

Population2,597
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain56.8 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Population2,597
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Coordinates-15.2500°, -68.1667°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceLa Paz Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation56.8 inches (1,443 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mapiri

Mapiri is a small town in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 2,597. The city sits at an elevation of 2,644 feet (806 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.8 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Mapiri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,644 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above Bolivia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Area648.9 sq mi (1,680.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-15.2500°N, 68.1667°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.8"
50% above Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 8.66"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 17, 2025.

Jun 9, 1994 92 km E of Sina, Peru M6.1 103 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 125 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 138 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 138 km
Dec 22, 1995 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia M5.3 120 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 137 km
Jul 14, 2011 29 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M4.9 140 km
Oct 14, 2002 33 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M4.8 145 km
Feb 17, 2025 21 km SSE of Putina, Peru M4.7 139 km
Aug 26, 2023 2 km WSW of Conima, Peru M4.6 141 km
Aug 31, 1998 20 km ESE of Putina, Peru M4.6 122 km
Jan 7, 2009 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M4.4 144 km
Jun 14, 1991 18 km SSW of Putina, Peru M4.4 147 km
Jun 24, 2006 12 km W of Yumani, Bolivia M4.3 147 km
Jun 21, 1992 29 km SE of Putina, Peru M4.2 124 km
Mar 19, 1997 33 km SE of Putina, Peru M4.2 128 km
Mar 17, 2016 14 km WNW of Sorata, Bolivia M4.2 85 km
Jul 6, 2004 23 km ENE of Conima, Peru M4.2 116 km
Jun 30, 2004 16 km SE of Putina, Peru M4.0 132 km
Apr 11, 1999 52 km NW of Rurrenabaque, Bolivia M4.0 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 8.5 in
February 74°F (24°C) 8.2 in
March 74°F (23°C) 6.8 in
April 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.6 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 4.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.4 in Warmest
December 74°F (24°C) 8.7 in Wettest

Mapiri has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 69°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 56.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.7") and July the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Mapiri

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Viliqui - - - -
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Hotels in Mapiri

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alojamiento Perla Andina
Alojamiento San Martín
Betel
Hostal Santa Laura

Restaurants in Mapiri

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jef Chef
Los Chefs

Gas Stations in Mapiri

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gerencia A

Banks in Mapiri

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco Ecofuturo

Airports Near Mapiri

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Apolo AirportAPBSmall Airport
Caranavi Airport-Small Airport
Santa Ana De Huachi Airport-Small Airport
Teoponte Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mapiri

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Mapiri

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Waterfalls
1
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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 Mapiri

What is the population of Mapiri?

Mapiri has a population of 2,597 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 648.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mapiri?

Mapiri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.8 inches.

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