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Quime, Bolivia

La Paz Department · Bolivia

Quime is a small town in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 2,404. Elevation: 10,049 ft (3,063 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,404 Population 10/sq mi density
10,049 ft Elevation 3,063 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
29.8 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Quime

Quime

Quime is a small town in the La Paz Department in Bolivia situated southeast of the city of La Paz on the Khatu River. It is the seat of the Quime Municipality located in the Inquisivi Province.

People

Population2,404
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation10,049 ft (3,063 m)
Population2,404
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation10,049 ft (3,063 m)
Coordinates-16.9833°, -67.2167°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceLa Paz Department
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation29.8 inches (758 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Quime

Quime is a small town in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 2,404. The city sits at an elevation of 10,049 feet (3,063 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Quime experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,049 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below Bolivia avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,049 ft (3,063 m)
Area244.2 sq mi (632.5 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-16.9833°N, 67.2167°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.8"
21% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 1, 2024.

Apr 10, 2024 60 km W of Patacamaya, Bolivia M5.0 138 km
Jun 13, 2010 35 km NE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M5.0 118 km
Aug 10, 2004 16 km NE of Huanuni, Bolivia M4.7 141 km
Apr 1, 2019 25 km ENE of Oruro, Bolivia M4.6 103 km
Mar 12, 2014 15 km NE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M4.5 125 km
Jan 10, 2016 34 km NNE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.5 65 km
Jul 11, 2009 16 km N of Tiquipaya, Bolivia M4.5 106 km
Nov 16, 2009 7 km ESE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M4.5 138 km
Jul 12, 2001 5 km SW of Sacaba, Bolivia M4.5 131 km
Dec 1, 2013 38 km S of Patacamaya, Bolivia M4.4 104 km
Aug 2, 2005 9 km W of Huanuni, Bolivia M4.4 150 km
Aug 3, 2004 16 km NNW of Lahuachaca, Bolivia M4.4 62 km
Apr 22, 2015 8 km NNE of Colomi, Bolivia M4.4 150 km
Jul 30, 2004 13 km NE of Lahuachaca, Bolivia M4.4 52 km
May 6, 2012 17 km NE of Oruro, Bolivia M4.4 102 km
Mar 8, 2020 14 km E of Oruro, Bolivia M4.3 116 km
May 23, 2022 32 km NE of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia M4.3 130 km
Aug 7, 2003 34 km ENE of Oruro, Bolivia M4.3 106 km
Sep 20, 2015 15 km NNE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M4.3 120 km
Jul 1, 2024 8 km SW of Sipe Sipe, Bolivia M4.3 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (11°C) 6.3 in Wettest
February 52°F (11°C) 5.1 in
March 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.7 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.5 in Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in

Quime has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 45°F in July to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Quime

Institution Type Founded Website
UMSA - Sede Quime University - ,

Schools in Quime

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. Mariscal Sucre - - - -
U.E. Colegio Adventista de Quime - - - -
U.E. Teodomiro Urquiola - - - -
U.E. Nacional de Quime - - - -
U.E. Titiamaya - - - -
U.E. Irupaya - - - -
U.E. Daria Sarmiento - - - -
U.E. Huarahuarani - - - -
U.E. Calasaya - - - -
U.E. Marquirivi - - - -
U.E. Tomas Katari de Corapachi - - - -
U.E. Tuini - - - -
U.E. Lico Grande - - - -
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Libraries in Quime

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Quime0.0

Hotels in Quime

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Colibri Hostel
Hostal Thiago
Hotel Quime
Hotel Quime
Residencial El Paraiso

Gas Stations in Quime

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

EE.SS. Quime

Airports Near Quime

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Villa Aroma Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Quime

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia Santiago de Quime

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Waterfalls
1
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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 Quime

What is the population of Quime?

Quime has a population of 2,404 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 244.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quime?

Quime has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches.

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