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Santiago de Cotagaita, Bolivia
Potosí Department · Bolivia
Santiago de Cotagaita is a small town in Potosí Department, Bolivia with a population of 1,904. Elevation: 8,675 ft (2,644 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santiago de Cotagaita
Cotagaita is a small town in Bolivia. In 2009, it had an estimated population of 1904.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,904 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,675 ft (2,644 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.8172°, -65.6609° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Potosí Department |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.9 inches (354 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago de Cotagaita
Santiago de Cotagaita is a small town in Bolivia (Potosí Department) with a population of 1,904. The city sits at an elevation of 8,675 feet (2,644 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.9 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,675 ft (2,644 m) |
| Area | 1,003.6 sq mi (2,599.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.8172°N, 65.6609°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Jatun Mundo Quri Warani (144 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Jatun Mundo Quri Warani | Lava dome(s) | 5,438 m (17,841 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
Santiago de Cotagaita has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 51°F in June to 66°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 13.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santiago de Cotagaita
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. Cazon | — | — | — | — |
| UE Tulti | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Elizardo Perez de Puquilia | — | — | — | — |
| UE Llatja Chimpa | — | — | — | — |
| UE Luchuma | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Escorque | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Iriccina | — | — | — | — |
| UE Cholcapa | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Ascanty | — | — | — | — |
| UE Tupac Katari | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Cotagaitilla | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Carlos Medinacelli de Cotagaita, Nor Chichas | — | — | — | — |
| UE Ascapa | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad Educativa Carmen Aracena Martinez | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. Conrado Moscoso Vargas | — | — | — | — |
| U.E. 27 de Octubre | — | — | — | — |
Gas Stations in Santiago de Cotagaita
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santiago de Cotagaita
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cerdas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Culpina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tupiza-Mochará Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santiago de Cotagaita
What is the population of Santiago de Cotagaita?
Santiago de Cotagaita has a population of 1,904 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,003.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago de Cotagaita?
Santiago de Cotagaita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches.