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San Pablo de Tiquina, Bolivia

La Paz Department · Bolivia

San Pablo de Tiquina is a small town in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 3,245. Elevation: 12,543 ft (3,823 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,245 Population 7/sq mi density
12,543 ft Elevation 3,823 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
35.6 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About San Pablo de Tiquina

San Pablo de Tiquina

San Pablo de Tiquina is a small town in the La Paz Department in Bolivia. It is the seat of the San Pablo de Tiquina Canton, one of the five cantons of the San Pedro de Tiquina Municipality, the second municipal section of the Manco Kapac Province.

People

Population3,245
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation12,543 ft (3,823 m)
Population3,245
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation12,543 ft (3,823 m)
Coordinates-16.2180°, -68.8428°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceLa Paz Department
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (904 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)

About San Pablo de Tiquina

San Pablo de Tiquina is a small town in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 3,245. The city sits at an elevation of 12,543 feet (3,823 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

San Pablo de Tiquina experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 35.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,543 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below Bolivia avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,543 ft (3,823 m)
Area445.8 sq mi (1,154.7 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-16.2180°N, 68.8428°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 2.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.65"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

264 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 9, 2025.

Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 88 km
Jun 8, 2011 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.9 120 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 62 km
Jul 12, 2024 67 km E of Tarata, Peru M5.6 142 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 78 km
Aug 6, 2005 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru M5.4 144 km
Dec 22, 1995 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia M5.3 57 km
May 25, 2013 18 km E of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.3 95 km
Mar 25, 2000 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru M5.3 74 km
Feb 2, 2006 29 km ENE of Chuquitira, Peru M5.3 146 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 82 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 72 km
Aug 12, 2001 27 km W of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.2 133 km
Feb 4, 2007 73 km S of Desaguadero, Peru M5.1 116 km
Jan 10, 1995 23 km W of Desaguadero, Peru M5.1 57 km
Sep 29, 2012 58 km SE of Mazo Cruz, Peru M5.1 123 km
May 8, 2001 77 km WNW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia M5.0 144 km
Apr 10, 2024 60 km W of Patacamaya, Bolivia M5.0 122 km
Feb 6, 1994 26 km S of Desaguadero, Peru M4.9 66 km
May 10, 1990 5 km S of Juli, Peru M4.9 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (180 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 180 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 186 km
Tacora Stratovolcano(es) 5,980 m (19,619 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 6.7 in Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in Warmest
March 51°F (10°C) 4.3 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.4 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
September 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
December 51°F (11°C) 5.2 in

San Pablo de Tiquina has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 43°F in June to 51°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in San Pablo de Tiquina

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
UE Cocotoni
UE Lupalaya
Unidad Educativa Simon Bolivar
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Museums in San Pablo de Tiquina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CIAC Regional Arqueológico
Kon-Tiki Oceanic Boats
Museo del Poncho
Museo Isla Suriqui
Museo Pariti
Museo Pata Patani
Museo Pata Patani

Farmers Markets in San Pablo de Tiquina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Achacachi
Mercado Miguel Grau
Mercado Modelo Copacabana
Mercado Popular
Plaza: Mercado Ferial de Cumaná
Puestos de comida

Hotels in San Pablo de Tiquina

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alojamiento Rosedal

Restaurants in San Pablo de Tiquina

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Palacio de la Trucha

Bus Stations in San Pablo de Tiquina

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parada a La Paz

Stadiums & Teams in San Pablo de Tiquina

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Pablo de Tiquina

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Alto International AirportLPBLarge Airport
Copacabana AirportSmall Airport
Laja 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 San Pablo de Tiquina

What is the population of San Pablo de Tiquina?

San Pablo de Tiquina has a population of 3,245 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 445.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Pablo de Tiquina?

San Pablo de Tiquina has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.

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