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Mocomoco, Bolivia

La Paz Department · Bolivia

Mocomoco is a small town in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 3,742. Elevation: 10,817 ft (3,297 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,742 Population 9/sq mi density
10,817 ft Elevation 3,297 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Mocomoco

Mocomoco

Mocomoco or Muqu Muqu (Aymara) is a location in the La Paz Department in Bolivia. It is the seat of the Mocomoco Municipality in the Eliodoro Camacho Province.

People

Population3,742
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation10,817 ft (3,297 m)
Population3,742
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation10,817 ft (3,297 m)
Coordinates-15.4565°, -68.9985°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceLa Paz Department
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (929 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mocomoco

Mocomoco is a small town in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 3,742. The city sits at an elevation of 10,817 feet (3,297 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Mocomoco experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 10,817 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below Bolivia avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,817 ft (3,297 m)
Area396.6 sq mi (1,027.2 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-15.4565°N, 68.9985°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

179 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 7, 2025.

Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 149 km
Jun 9, 1994 92 km E of Sina, Peru M6.1 135 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 141 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 33 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 139 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 55 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 48 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 146 km
Mar 25, 2000 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru M5.3 93 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 46 km
Dec 22, 1995 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia M5.3 40 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 98 km
May 7, 1996 5 km E of Caminaca, Peru M5.2 110 km
Jan 10, 1995 23 km W of Desaguadero, Peru M5.1 123 km
May 20, 2024 5 km WSW of Azángaro, Peru M5.1 147 km
Aug 29, 2009 10 km S of Calapuja, Peru M4.9 131 km
May 10, 1990 5 km S of Juli, Peru M4.9 102 km
Jul 14, 2011 29 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M4.9 54 km
Feb 7, 2025 2 km SSE of Caracoto, Peru M4.9 118 km
Feb 6, 1994 26 km S of Desaguadero, Peru M4.9 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 6.1 in
March 51°F (10°C) 4.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
May 47°F (9°C) 1.5 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in
August 47°F (9°C) 0.8 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 5.7 in

Mocomoco has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 45°F in June to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Mocomoco

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Huyu Huyu - - - -
U.E. Eliodoro Camacho - - - -
U.E. Tuntunani - - - -
U.E. Chuasia - - - -
U.E. Ilave - - - -
U.E. German Busch de Quillihuyo - - - -
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Airports Near Mocomoco

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Apolo AirportAPBSmall Airport
Copacabana Airport-Small Airport
Ulla Ulla Airport-Small Airport

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 Mocomoco

What is the population of Mocomoco?

Mocomoco has a population of 3,742 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 396.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mocomoco?

Mocomoco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches.

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