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Poopó, Bolivia
Oruro · Bolivia
Poopó is a small town in Oruro, Bolivia with a population of 1,720. Elevation: 12,175 ft (3,711 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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About Poopó
Poopó is a province in the eastern parts of the Bolivian department of Oruro. Its seat is Poopó.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,720 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,175 ft (3,711 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.3798°, -66.9690° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Oruro |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.6 inches (397 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Poopó
Poopó is a small town in Bolivia (Oruro) with a population of 1,720. The city sits at an elevation of 12,175 feet (3,711 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.4°F |
| 14% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,175 ft (3,711 m) |
| Area | 448.2 sq mi (1,160.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.3798°N, 66.9690°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jayu Khota, Laguna (130 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Jayu Khota, Laguna | Maar(s) | 3,650 m (11,975 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Jatun Mundo Quri Warani | Lava dome(s) | 5,438 m (17,841 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 38°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
Poopó has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 38°F in July to 52°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (0.1").
Museums in Poopó
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Ferroviario Simón Iturri Patiño |
Farmers Markets in Poopó
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Eduardo Avaroa |
Hotels in Poopó
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Poopó
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Poopó
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Poopó
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Mendoza International Airport | ORU | Large Airport |
| Collpani Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estalsa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intiraymi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rosapata Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Poopó
What is the population of Poopó?
Poopó has a population of 1,720 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 448.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Poopó?
Poopó has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.