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Villazón, Bolivia
Potosí Department · Bolivia
Villazón is a mid-size city in Potosí Department, Bolivia with a population of 30,253. Elevation: 11,335 ft (3,455 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Villazón
Villazón is a town in southern Bolivia, on the border with Argentina. It sits directly across La Quiaca River from La Quiaca in Argentina. The town is a busy trading hub, with large quantities of goods flowing north.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,253 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,335 ft (3,455 m) |
| Coordinates | -22.0866°, -65.5942° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Potosí Department |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.0 inches (331 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Villazón
Villazón is a mid-size city in Bolivia (Potosí Department) with a population of 30,253. The city sits at an elevation of 11,335 feet (3,455 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Climate in Villazón
Villazón has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Dec (12.4°C), the coldest is Jun (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 465 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,335 ft (3,455 m) |
| Area | 1,236.3 sq mi (3,202.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -22.0866°N, 65.5942°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
Villazón has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 43°F in July to 60°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Villazón
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Tecnológico Superior Centenario | College | - | , |
| Universidad Autónoma Tomás Frías | University | - | Visit → |
| Universidad San Francisco de Asís | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Villazón
29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Cornelio Saavedra | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa 6 de Junio | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Matancillas | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Rafael Quispe | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. 6 de Junio | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Óscar Alfaro | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Villazón | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Industrial 9 de Abril | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Bolivia B | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Franz Tamayo de la Frontera | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Daniel Campos | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Alonso de Ibáñez | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Ojo de Agua | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Max Fernández Rojas | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Amor de Dios | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Colegio Nacional Mixto 9 de Abril | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Ojo de Agua | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Ojo de Agua B | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Ojo de Agua | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Mewing | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Modesto Omiste de Villazon | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Eduardo Abaroa de Villazon | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. 20 de Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Junín A y B | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. 1ro. de Mayo A y B | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Bolivia A y B | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Mariscal Sucre | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Cidea | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Villazón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico Provincial Casa Hacienda de Yavi del Marquesado de Tojo | ||||
| Museo Indígena |
Farmers Markets in Villazón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Mercado Central Gilberto Cortez Millares | |||||
| Mercado Eliodoro Villazón | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Villazón
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Villazón
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Villazón
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Villazón
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Villazón
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Villazón
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Villazón
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Villazón
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Villazón
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Villazón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Villazón
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Quiaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tupiza-Mochará Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villazon Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Villazón
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Carmen | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Villazón?
Villazón has a population of 30,253 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 1,236.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Villazón?
Villazón has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.