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Uncía, Bolivia

Potosí Department · Bolivia

Uncía is a small city in Potosí Department, Bolivia with a population of 8,902. Elevation: 12,428 ft (3,788 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,902 Population 19/sq mi density
12,428 ft Elevation 3,788 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
17.5 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Uncía

Uncía

Uncía is a town located in the Potosí Department of Bolivia. It is the capital of the Uncía Municipality and Rafael Bustillo Province.

People

Population8,902
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation12,428 ft (3,788 m)
Population8,902
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation12,428 ft (3,788 m)
Coordinates-18.4671°, -66.5671°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvincePotosí Department
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation17.5 inches (444 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Uncía

Uncía is a small city in Bolivia (Potosí Department) with a population of 8,902. The city sits at an elevation of 12,428 feet (3,788 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.5 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Uncía experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 12,428 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 40°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below Bolivia avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,428 ft (3,788 m)
Area477.9 sq mi (1,237.8 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates-18.4671°N, 66.5671°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.88"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

146 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 22, 2025.

Oct 10, 1990 68 km SSE of Challapata, Bolivia M6.6 115 km
May 22, 1998 25 km NNW of Mizque, Bolivia M6.6 145 km
Mar 15, 2019 31 km SSE of Tarata, Bolivia M6.3 96 km
Jun 29, 2001 53 km W of Potosí, Bolivia M6.1 122 km
Sep 5, 2024 61 km WSW of Challapata, Bolivia M5.7 107 km
Sep 21, 1996 80 km W of Challapata, Bolivia M5.7 118 km
May 26, 1998 13 km NNW of Mizque, Bolivia M5.4 145 km
Aug 20, 2007 74 km W of Potosí, Bolivia M5.4 139 km
Jun 20, 1992 29 km SSE of Challapata, Bolivia M5.3 79 km
Mar 1, 1998 45 km NNE of Colquechaca, Bolivia M5.3 73 km
May 22, 1998 Potosi-Chuquisaca border region, Bolivia M5.3 94 km
Sep 5, 2010 64 km W of Challapata, Bolivia M5.2 100 km
Jan 24, 2009 98 km SW of Poopó, Bolivia M5.1 130 km
Jun 13, 2010 35 km NE of Machacamarca, Bolivia M5.0 61 km
Sep 22, 2024 67 km S of Challapata, Bolivia M4.9 116 km
May 26, 2023 Oruro-Potosi border region, Bolivia M4.9 47 km
Jun 12, 2023 87 km ENE of Colchane, Chile M4.8 149 km
Nov 22, 2012 74 km WSW of Challapata, Bolivia M4.8 115 km
May 30, 2011 69 km NNE of Colchani, Bolivia M4.8 141 km
May 22, 1998 26 km W of Mizque, Bolivia M4.8 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jayu Khota, Laguna (143 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Jayu Khota, Laguna Maar(s) 3,650 m (11,975 ft) Unknown 143 km
Jatun Mundo Quri Warani Lava dome(s) 5,438 m (17,841 ft) Unknown 146 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 4.9 in Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
March 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
May 44°F (6°C) 0.2 in
June 40°F (5°C) 0.2 in
July 40°F (4°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in
September 47°F (8°C) 0.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in
November 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in Warmest
December 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in

Uncía has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 40°F in July to 53°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Uncía

27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
UE Rafael Bustillo Industrial, A y C - - - -
6 de Junio - - - -
Policarpio Colque - - - -
UE Rafael Bustillos B - - - -
UE Modesto Omiste - - - -
UE Adela Zamudio - - - -
Zunuyo - - - -
Unidad Educativa Ururuma Baja - - - -
U.E. Saca Saca - - - -
San Antonio - - - -
UE Maraca - - - -
Unidad Educativa Villcapujyo - - - -
U.E. Nequeri - - - -
UE Juana Azurduy de Padilla - - - -
U.E. Pista Calasaya - - - -
U.E. Independencia - - - -
U. E. Eduardo Avaroa - - - -
U.E. Colcoma - - - -
U.E. Villcapujyo - - - -
UE Yauriri - - - -
UE Calazaya - - - -
U.E. Merkaymaya - - - -
U.E. Ururuma Alta - - - -
U.E. Jayo Jayo - - - -
U.E. Pampoyo - - - -
UE Rafael Pabon de Aymaya - - - -
U.E. Ramarani - - - -
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Museums in Uncía

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Palacio de Simon I. Patiño

Farmers Markets in Uncía

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Antofagasta
Feria de productos de contrabando
Venta y Compra de Animales

Restaurants in Uncía

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bar Restaurant San Miguel
Restaurante Balnearios

Bus Stations in Uncía

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de Buses de Uncía

Gas Stations in Uncía

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Estación de Servicio Uncía

Banks in Uncía

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco Unión

Stadiums & Teams in Uncía

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Uncía

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Juan Mendoza International AirportORULarge Airport
Arampampa Airport-Small Airport
Collpani Airport-Small Airport
Estalsa Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Uncía

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Evangelica
Parroquia San Miguel
Templo Evangélico Bautista Uncia

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/La_Paz
Elevation
3,867 m (12,688 ft)

🇧🇴 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 Uncía

What is the population of Uncía?

Uncía has a population of 8,902 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 477.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Uncía?

Uncía has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches.

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