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Rurrenabaque, Bolivia
Beni Department · Bolivia
Rurrenabaque is a small city in Beni Department, Bolivia with a population of 11,749. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Rurrenabaque
Rurrenabaque is a small town in the north of Bolivia, on the Beni River. It is the capital of Rurrenabaque Municipality. In recent years, it has become popular with international tourism as it is an easy gateway for visits to Madidi National Park, which is within the Bolivian rainforest. It also provides access to the surrounding pampas. Locals commonly refer to the town by its shortened nickname, "Rurre."
People
Climate
| Population | 11,749 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.4413°, -67.5278° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Beni Department |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.9 inches (1,903 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rurrenabaque
Rurrenabaque is a small city in Bolivia (Beni Department) with a population of 11,749. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet (210 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.9 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Climate in Rurrenabaque
Rurrenabaque has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.4°C), the coldest is Jul (22.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1938 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 1,244.8 sq mi (3,224.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.4413°N, 67.5278°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 10.5 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in |
Rurrenabaque has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 74.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (11.7") and August the driest (2.6").
Colleges & Universities in Rurrenabaque
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam buenaventura | University | — | — |
| Universidad Mayor de San Andrés | University | — | — |
Schools in Rurrenabaque
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. Capaina | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Villa Lourdes | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Boliviano Aleman | — | — | — | — |
| UE Lucio Lens | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad Educativa Obispo Juan Claudel Fe y Alegría, Reverendo Padre Luis Fernando Pellicioli | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Filadelfia | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. El Cebu | — | — | — | — |
| Puerto Motor | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. San Isidro | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Bella Altura | — | — | — | — |
| Carmen Soledad | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Melvin Jones | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Pie de Montaña | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Jose Manuel Pando | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. San Buenaventura | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Pedro Domingo Murillo | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Buena Vista | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Guerrileros Lanza | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Melvin Jones | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Gualberto Villarroel | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Rurrenabaque
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Reyes | |||||
| Mercado San Buenaventura | |||||
| Mercado San Buenaventura |
Hotels in Rurrenabaque
21 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rurrenabaque
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rurrenabaque
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rurrenabaque
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rurrenabaque
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rurrenabaque
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rurrenabaque
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rurrenabaque
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rurrenabaque
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rurrenabaque
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ixiamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Loa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Reyes Airport | REY | Small Airport |
| Rurrenabaque Airport | RBQ | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa de Yacuma Airport | SRB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rurrenabaque
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral de San Buenaventura | |
| Iglesia | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
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What is the population of Rurrenabaque?
Rurrenabaque has a population of 11,749 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,244.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rurrenabaque?
Rurrenabaque has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.9 inches.