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Padilla, Bolivia

Chuquisaca Department · Bolivia

Padilla is a small town in Chuquisaca Department, Bolivia with a population of 2,920. Elevation: 6,860 ft (2,091 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2,920 Population 2/sq mi density
6,860 ft Elevation 2,091 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Padilla

Padilla

Padilla is a small town and municipality in the Chuquisaca Department of Bolivia, located southeast by road from Tomina Province. It is the centre of the municipality of the same name. As of 2010, it had an estimated population of 3697, an increase on the 2001 census figure of 2714, and a decrease from ca. 1904 when its population was approximately 6,000.

People

Population2,920
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation6,860 ft (2,091 m)
Population2,920
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,860 ft (2,091 m)
Coordinates-19.3088°, -64.3027°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceChuquisaca Department
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Padilla

Padilla is a small town in Bolivia (Chuquisaca Department) with a population of 2,920. The city sits at an elevation of 6,860 feet (2,091 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Padilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,860 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above Bolivia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,860 ft (2,091 m)
Area1,627.1 sq mi (4,214.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-19.3088°N, 64.3027°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.47"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M5.3 on Mar 21, 2021.

Feb 21, 2017 41 km E of Padilla, Bolivia M6.5 42 km
Jan 14, 2016 14 km WNW of Charagua, Bolivia M6.1 114 km
Jul 27, 2003 56 km N of Camargo, Bolivia M6.0 130 km
Jan 27, 2014 40 km E of Padilla, Bolivia M5.6 41 km
May 12, 1995 37 km E of Padilla, Bolivia M5.4 38 km
Mar 21, 2021 34 km N of Monteagudo, Bolivia M5.3 39 km
Jul 14, 2016 44 km NNE of Monteagudo, Bolivia M5.1 48 km
Jun 29, 2020 44 km S of Vallegrande, Bolivia M5.1 53 km
Oct 16, 2009 30 km N of Abapó, Bolivia M5.0 122 km
Jun 29, 2020 49 km W of Abapó, Bolivia M5.0 64 km
Oct 15, 2013 43 km NNE of Abapó, Bolivia M5.0 141 km
Oct 15, 2013 44 km NNE of Abapó, Bolivia M4.9 143 km
Oct 17, 2009 33 km N of Abapó, Bolivia M4.9 129 km
Oct 21, 2013 34 km NNE of Abapó, Bolivia M4.8 135 km
Aug 12, 1996 11 km ENE of Samaipata, Bolivia M4.7 141 km
Jan 10, 2000 40 km NNW of Abapó, Bolivia M4.7 111 km
Jan 27, 2002 21 km E of Samaipata, Bolivia M4.7 144 km
Apr 19, 2014 11 km W of Abapó, Bolivia M4.7 98 km
Aug 18, 2019 11 km N of Monteagudo, Bolivia M4.6 58 km
Aug 12, 2019 69 km WSW of Monteagudo, Bolivia M4.6 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 5.5 in Warmest, Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in
July 58°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in

Padilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 58°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Padilla

Institution Type Founded Website
Carrera de Gestión Pública UMRPSA University
Escuela Superior de Formaciòn de Maestros Franz Tamayo University
Instituto Superior Tecnológico Agroindustrial José Martí College

Schools in Padilla

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. San Pio X Secundaria
U.E. 29 de Marzo
U.E. Oveja Cancha
U.E. Mateo Caceres
U.E. Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz
U.E. Virgen de Guadalupe
U.E. Teofilo Ramirez Plata
U.E. Eduardo Abaroa
U.E. Juan de Dios Quiroga Ruiz
U.E. 2 De Abril
U.E. Mariscal Sucre De Lampacillos
U.E. 21 De Septiembre de Lampazos
U.E. Manuel Ascencio Padilla
U.E. Virgen Del Rosario
U.E. San Pio X B
U.E. Campo Redondo Ingavi
U.E. 20 de Septiembre
U.E. Alcala
U.E. Garzas Chica
U.E. Rufino Salazar
U.E. San Pio X Primaria
UE Colegio Nacional Mixto Deogracias Vega
UE Juana Azurduy de Padilla
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Museums in Padilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo del Charango

Hotels in Padilla

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alojamiento municipal Padilla
Hotel Padilla

Bus Stations in Padilla

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de Buses Padilla

Gas Stations in Padilla

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BO #4200685241

Banks in Padilla

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco Unión

Stadiums & Teams in Padilla

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Padilla

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cerrillos AirportSmall Airport
Lagunillas AirportSmall Airport
Monteagudo AirportMHWSmall Airport
Morro Vermelho AirstripSmall Airport
Padilla AirportSmall Airport
Pepinalito AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Padilla

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla Cruz de la Misión
Iglesia La Merced
Iglesia San Juan Bautista

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/La_Paz
Elevation
2,086 m (6,844 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 Padilla

What is the population of Padilla?

Padilla has a population of 2,920 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,627.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Padilla?

Padilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

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