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Santa Bárbara, Bolivia
Potosí Department · Bolivia
Santa Bárbara is a small town in Potosí Department, Bolivia with a population of 2,434. Elevation: 15,525 ft (4,732 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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About Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara is a small town in the Sud Chichas Province of the Potosí Department in Bolivia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,434 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 15,525 ft (4,732 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.9167°, -66.0500° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Potosí Department |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.4 inches (212 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara is a small town in Bolivia (Potosí Department) with a population of 2,434. The city sits at an elevation of 15,525 feet (4,732 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.4 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 15,525 ft (4,732 m) |
| Area | 850.6 sq mi (2,203.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.9167°N, 66.0500°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Jatun Mundo Quri Warani (134 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Jatun Mundo Quri Warani | Lava dome(s) | 5,438 m (17,841 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
Santa Bárbara has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 39°F in June to 55°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santa Bárbara
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UE Quechisla | — | — | — | — |
| UE Pedro Domingo Murillo | — | — | — | — |
| UE San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Chorolque | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Victor Calvimontes | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Juana Azurduy de Padilla | — | — | — | — |
| UE Fierro Uno | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Santa Bárbara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central Atocha | |||||
| Mercado Central Telamayu | |||||
| Plaza Mercado |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Bárbara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Bárbara
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cerdas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tupiza-Mochará Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa Bárbara?
Santa Bárbara has a population of 2,434 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 850.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Bárbara?
Santa Bárbara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches.