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Morochata, Bolivia

Cochabamba · Bolivia

Morochata is a small town in Cochabamba, Bolivia with a population of 504. Elevation: 9,790 ft (2,984 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

504 Population 6/sq mi density
9,790 ft Elevation 2,984 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Morochata

Morochata, Muruchata is a location in the Cochabamba Department in central Bolivia. It is the seat of the Morochata Municipality, the second municipal section of the Ayopaya Province.

People

Population504
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation9,790 ft (2,984 m)
Population504
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation9,790 ft (2,984 m)
Coordinates-17.2349°, -66.5319°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceCochabamba
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (860 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Morochata

Morochata is a small town in Bolivia (Cochabamba) with a population of 504. The city sits at an elevation of 9,790 feet (2,984 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Morochata experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 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 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 9,790 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below Bolivia avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,790 ft (2,984 m)
Area86.3 sq mi (223.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-17.2349°N, 66.5319°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.20"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

61 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 30, 2025.

May 22, 1998 25 km NNW of Mizque, Bolivia M6.6 129 km
Mar 15, 2019 31 km SSE of Tarata, Bolivia M6.3 97 km
Jul 4, 2001 41 km NNE of Colomi, Bolivia M6.2 91 km
May 29, 1998 8 km WSW of Totora, Bolivia M5.4 145 km
May 26, 1998 13 km NNW of Mizque, Bolivia M5.4 139 km
Mar 1, 1998 45 km NNE of Colquechaca, Bolivia M5.3 137 km
May 22, 1998 Potosi-Chuquisaca border region, Bolivia M5.3 114 km
Jun 13, 2010 35 km NE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M5.0 84 km
Mar 7, 2023 38 km ENE of Colomi, Bolivia M4.9 106 km
May 22, 1998 26 km W of Mizque, Bolivia M4.8 127 km
Aug 31, 2001 12 km ENE of Totoral, Bolivia M4.7 140 km
Aug 10, 2004 16 km NE of Huanuni, Bolivia M4.7 106 km
Apr 1, 2019 25 km ENE of Oruro, Bolivia M4.6 83 km
Nov 9, 2001 4 km SE of Cliza, Bolivia M4.6 79 km
Jul 7, 2013 15 km E of Arani, Bolivia M4.6 104 km
Jul 11, 2009 16 km N of Tiquipaya, Bolivia M4.5 31 km
Nov 16, 2009 7 km ESE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M4.5 116 km
Mar 12, 2014 15 km NE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M4.5 102 km
Jul 12, 2001 5 km SW of Sacaba, Bolivia M4.5 53 km
Jan 10, 2016 34 km NNE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.5 25 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 7.2 in Wettest
February 55°F (13°C) 6.1 in
March 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 49°F (10°C) 0.8 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in Warmest
December 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in

Morochata has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 46°F in July to 57°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Morochata

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Julio Espinoza Canelas - - - -
U.E. Pata Morochata - - - -
U.E. Simon Bolivar de K'iri K'iri - - - -
U.E. Jatun Cienega - - - -
U.E. Chacamayu - - - -
U.E. Corata - - - -
U.E. Gildaro Antezana Rojas - - - -
U.E. Mariano Baptista - - - -
U.E. Rene Barrientos Ortuño - - - -
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Radio Stations near Morochata

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ZoyTV RADIO - MP3 128 kbps
Eres Radio 98.5 FM 80s, 90s MP3 128 kbps
Clásica 100.3 Cochabamba cochabamba, latin music AAC+ 128 kbps
El Fin del Silencio hardcore, hiphop MP3 192 kbps
Radio Ritmo 97.3 FM 80s, 90s AAC 128 kbps
Diana D 102.1 FM 2000s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fides Cochabamba 94.9 FM clasicos, clásicos en español MP3 96 kbps
Quechua FM baladas en español, ballads MP3
Radio Fides Cochabamba música, noticias MP3 96 kbps
Radio Fides Cbba fides MP3 96 kbps
Radio San Rafael 92.5 FM ballads, cumbia AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Morochata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa Museo Villa Albina

Libraries in Morochata

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Sigart Klauss0.0

Farmers Markets in Morochata

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria de Bella Vista
Mercado Ambulante de Vinto
Mercado Central de Vinto
Mercado Central Sipe Sipe
Mercado de Granos
Mercado de Morochata
Mercado de Papas
Mercado de Verduras y Frutas
Mercado Martín Cárdenas
Mercado Suticollo
Plaza de Granos

Monuments in Morochata

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tawa Cruz

Breweries in Morochata

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cerveza Vinteña

Stadiums & Teams in Morochata

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Morochata

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jorge Wilsterman International AirportCBBLarge Airport
Juan Mendoza International AirportORULarge Airport
Arampampa Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Morochata

What is the population of Morochata?

Morochata has a population of 504 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 86.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Morochata?

Morochata has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

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