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Patacamaya, Bolivia
La Paz Department · Bolivia
Patacamaya is a small city in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 12,260. Elevation: 12,710 ft (3,874 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Patacamaya
Patacamaya or Patak Amaya (Aymara) is a city in Bolivia, situated in the La Paz Department. It is the seat of the Patacamaya Municipality, the fifth municipal section of the Aroma Province. Patacamaya lies in the Altiplano, approximately 100 km southeast of La Paz. It contains the intersection between 'Carretera 1' which goes from La Paz to Oruro, as well as Cochabamba, and the 'Carretera Arica-La Paz'. The 'Tambo Quemado' highway is one of the most important international roads that travels through Bolivia.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,260 |
| Population Density | 50 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,710 ft (3,874 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.2361°, -67.9144° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | La Paz Department |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.3 inches (415 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Patacamaya
Patacamaya is a small city in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 12,260. The city sits at an elevation of 12,710 feet (3,874 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Climate in Patacamaya
Patacamaya has an average annual temperature of 7.6°C (46°F). The hottest month is Nov (9.7°C), the coldest is Jun (4.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 544 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,710 ft (3,874 m) |
| Area | 244.2 sq mi (632.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.2361°N, 67.9144°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Parinacota (166 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 166 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in |
Patacamaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 41°F in June to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 16.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Patacamaya
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Superior de Formacion de Maestros "Villa Aroma" | College | — | — |
| Facultad de Agronomía - Estación Experimental Patacamaya - Oficina Central | University | — | — |
| Instituto de Investigaciones Físicas de la UMSA | University | — | — |
Schools in Patacamaya
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Técnico Industrial | — | — | — | — |
| UE Calama | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Alto Patacamaya | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Viscachani | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Franz Tamayo de Chiaraque | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. San Martin | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Tarmaya | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. 23 de Marzo de San Martin de Iquiaca | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Villa Patarani | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. San Juan de Sirca | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Colegio German Bush | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad Educativa Cuba | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Fancia Challa | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Patacamaya
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Patacamaya
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Patacamaya
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Patacamaya
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Patacamaya
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Patacamaya
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Patacamaya
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Patacamaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Patacamaya
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Alto International Airport | LPB | Large Airport |
| Curahuara de Carangas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intiraymi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Totora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Aroma Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Patacamaya
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla San Martin | |
| Parroquia de Villa Romero Pampa | |
| Parroquia Sagrado Corazon de Jesus |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Patacamaya?
Patacamaya has a population of 12,260 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 244.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Patacamaya?
Patacamaya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.