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Tiahuanaco, Bolivia
La Paz Department · Bolivia
Tiahuanaco is a small town in La Paz Department, Bolivia with a population of 3,037. Elevation: 12,664 ft (3,860 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tiahuanaco
Tiwanaku is a Pre-Columbian archaeological site in western Bolivia, near Lake Titicaca, about 70 kilometers from La Paz, and it is one of the largest sites in South America. Surface remains currently cover around 4 square kilometers and include decorated ceramics, monumental structures, and megalithic blocks. It has been conservatively estimated that the site was inhabited by 10,000 to 20,000 people in AD 800.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,037 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,664 ft (3,860 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.5523°, -68.6795° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | La Paz Department |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (775 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |
About Tiahuanaco
Tiahuanaco is a small town in Bolivia (La Paz Department) with a population of 3,037. The city sits at an elevation of 12,664 feet (3,860 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 361 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,664 ft (3,860 m) |
| Area | 550.3 sq mi (1,425.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.5523°N, 68.6795°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacora (174 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 176 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 186 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 188 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 40°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 42°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in |
Tiahuanaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 40°F in June to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.4") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Tiahuanaco
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UE Pillapi | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. San Antonio A | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Caluyo | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Wancollo | - | - | - | - |
| U. E. Tec. Mun. Juan José Torrez | - | - | - | - |
| UE Carlos Palenque Aviles de Patarani | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Tiahuanacu A | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tiahuanaco
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| la patria | - | AAC 224 kbps | |
| Radio San Gabriel | cultura, educación | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Tiahuanaco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Cerámico | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Contemporáneas | ||||
| Museo de Locomotoras | ||||
| Museo Histórico del Lago Titikaka | ||||
| Museo Isla Suriqui | ||||
| Museo Lítico | ||||
| Museo Pariti | ||||
| Museo Pata Patani | ||||
| Museo Pata Patani | ||||
| Parroquial |
Farmers Markets in Tiahuanaco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Artesanías | |||||
| Plaza: Mercado Ferial de Cumaná |
Hotels in Tiahuanaco
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tiahuanaco
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tiahuanaco
6 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tiahuanaco
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tiahuanaco
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tiahuanaco
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tiahuanaco
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tiahuanaco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tiahuanaco
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Alto International Airport | LPB | Large Airport |
| Copacabana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laja Airport | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tiahuanaco
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tiwanaku: Spiritual and Political Centre of the Tiwanaku Culture | Cultural | 2000 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tiahuanaco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Pedro |
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What is the population of Tiahuanaco?
Tiahuanaco has a population of 3,037 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 550.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tiahuanaco?
Tiahuanaco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.