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Porco, Bolivia

Potosí Department · Bolivia

Porco is a small city in Potosí Department, Bolivia with a population of 5,959. Elevation: 13,091 ft (3,990 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

5,959 Population 7/sq mi density
13,091 ft Elevation 3,990 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
6.6 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Porco

Porco

Porco Municipality is the third municipal section of the Antonio Quijarro Province in the Potosí Department in Bolivia. Its seat is Porco.

People

Population5,959
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain6.6 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation13,091 ft (3,990 m)
Population5,959
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation13,091 ft (3,990 m)
Coordinates-21.0530°, -66.4302°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvincePotosí Department
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation6.6 inches (167 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Porco

Porco is a small city in Bolivia (Potosí Department) with a population of 5,959. The city sits at an elevation of 13,091 feet (3,990 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.6 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Porco experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 6.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13,091 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below Bolivia avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,091 ft (3,990 m)
Area850.6 sq mi (2,203.0 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-21.0530°N, 66.4302°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.6"
83% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.01"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

621 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 8, 2025.

Jan 23, 1997 16 km NW of Villazón, Bolivia M7.1 128 km
Sep 15, 1999 70 km SW of Uyuni, Bolivia M6.4 89 km
Jul 21, 2007 19 km WSW of La Quiaca, Argentina M6.4 140 km
Aug 4, 2016 49 km WSW of La Quiaca, Argentina M6.2 149 km
Mar 17, 2004 38 km NNE of Tupiza, Bolivia M6.1 88 km
Mar 30, 1993 128 km NE of San Pedro de Atacama, Chile M5.8 148 km
Jul 14, 2009 133 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.7 109 km
May 11, 1991 141 km NE of San Pedro de Atacama, Chile M5.5 136 km
Aug 21, 2024 29 km W of La Quiaca, Argentina M5.5 134 km
Jan 9, 2024 128 km SE of Ollagüe, Chile M5.4 124 km
Aug 20, 2007 74 km W of Potosí, Bolivia M5.4 149 km
Nov 29, 2009 18 km NW of Villazón, Bolivia M5.4 126 km
Sep 17, 2010 109 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.4 85 km
Jun 1, 2021 82 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.4 59 km
Jul 3, 2025 100 km E of Ollagüe, Chile M5.4 96 km
Apr 13, 2016 26 km W of Atocha, Bolivia M5.3 14 km
Nov 6, 1998 137 km SW of Atocha, Bolivia M5.3 113 km
May 24, 2001 33 km W of Colchani, Bolivia M5.3 116 km
Jan 26, 2020 32 km WNW of Villazón, Bolivia M5.3 118 km
May 12, 2009 122 km WNW of Abra Pampa, Argentina M5.2 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jatun Mundo Quri Warani (142 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Jatun Mundo Quri Warani Lava dome(s) 5,438 m (17,841 ft) Unknown 142 km
Pampa Luxsar Volcanic field 5,543 m (18,186 ft) Unknown 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in Wettest
February 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
March 53°F (11°C) 1.1 in
April 49°F (10°C) 0.0 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 37°F (3°C) 0.0 in Coldest
July 37°F (3°C) 0.0 in
August 38°F (4°C) 0.0 in
September 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 0.1 in
November 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in
December 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in Warmest

Porco has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 37°F in June to 53°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 6.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.0") and May the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Porco

Institution Type Founded Website
Universidad Nacional Siglo XX Extensión Telamayu University Visit →

Schools in Porco

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Simón Bolívar de Uyuni K
U.E. Franz Tamayo de Porco
U.E. Mejillones
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Farmers Markets in Porco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central Atocha
Mercado Central Telamayu
Plaza Mercado

Stadiums & Teams in Porco

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Porco

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Joya Andina International AirportUYULarge Airport
Cerdas AirportSmall Airport
San Cristóbal Toldos AirportSmall 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 Porco

What is the population of Porco?

Porco has a population of 5,959 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 850.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Porco?

Porco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.6 inches.

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