Viacha
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- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Viacha month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Viacha are typically September, October and November, with average daytime highs around 15–17°C. November is usually the warmest month (average high 17°C), June the coldest (average low -2°C), and January the wettest (about 122 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.8 | 3.8 | 122 | 10.7 |
| February | 13.5 | 3.9 | 121 | 10.3 |
| March | 13.3 | 3.3 | 111 | 10.3 |
| April | 14.0 | 1.5 | 52 | 10.7 |
| May | 14.2 | -0.4 | 22 | 10.8 |
| June | 13.4 | -2.1 | 9 | 10.8 |
| July | 14.0 | -2.1 | 7 | 10.8 |
| August | 14.7 | -1.6 | 12 | 11.0 |
| September | 15.4 | 0.6 | 33 | 11.2 |
| October | 15.9 | 1.8 | 59 | 11.6 |
| November | 16.7 | 3.0 | 62 | 11.7 |
| December | 14.8 | 3.8 | 114 | 10.7 |
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Research updated Saturday, October 24, 2026Past and future events in Viacha
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- Military Base Explosions
At least 10 killed and dozens injured after two explosions ripped through a military base in Viacha.
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01 · OverviewViacha, in brief
Where is Viacha located?
Viacha is a city in Bolivia situated in the Ingavi Province within the La Paz Department. Positioned at coordinates -16.65, -68.3, the municipality lies 22 km southwest of La Paz in the Altiplano region.
What defines the landscape and climate of this Altiplano city?
The city rests in the high-altitude Altiplano terrain of western Bolivia. Viacha occupies a strategic geographic position close to Lake Titicaca and Tiawanaku. This setting places the municipality near significant ancient landscapes that have supported human habitation for hundreds of years, notably serving as a cultural center for the Irohito-Urus descendants of the Incas.
How does the physical environment influence local activity?
The surrounding Altiplano landscape supports the agricultural sector of Viacha, which centers mainly on the cultivation of potatoes. In addition to agricultural land use, the geographic positioning facilitates transportation connections to and from the city via cars, buses, and a train. The local terrain also accommodates industrial infrastructure, including Cemento Viacha, which is one of the largest cement factories in Bolivia and operates as part of SOBOCE.
What is the demographic scope of the municipality?
Within this Altiplano setting, Viacha sustains a population of 86,218 residents. The population operates within the America/La_Paz timezone and utilizes the BOB currency, communicating through languages that include es-BO, qu, and ay.
Frequently Asked Questions about Viacha
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01 · Q&AWhere is Viacha located and what are its coordinates?
Viacha is situated in Bolivia at geographic coordinates -16.6500, -68.3000, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Viacha?
Viacha has a recorded population of approximately 86,218 and observes the America/La_Paz time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Viacha?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Viacha include ES-BO, QU, AY, with BOB used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Viacha?
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