Curahuara de Carangas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Curahuara de Carangas
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   Church of Curahuara de Carangas
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 Curahuara de Carangas
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department | Oruro Department |
| Province | Sajama Province |
| Municipality | Curahuara de Carangas Municipality |
| Canton | Curahuara de Carangas Canton |
| Elevation | 12,841 ft (3,914 m) |
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| • Total | 4,184 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
Curahuara de Carangas is a small town located in the country of Bolivia. It's part of the Oruro Department and is the main town of the Sajama Province. In 2009, about 1,581 people lived there. By 2012, the population grew to 4,184 people. The town is located high up, at an elevation of 3,914 meters (about 12,841 feet) above sea level.
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Understanding the Climate in Curahuara de Carangas
Curahuara de Carangas is located high up in the mountains. This means its weather can be quite cool. The town experiences different temperatures throughout the year.
Temperatures and Seasons
The warmest months are usually November and December. During these times, the average high temperature is around 19 degrees Celsius (66 degrees Fahrenheit). The coldest months are June and July. In these months, the average low temperature can drop to about -9 degrees Celsius (16 degrees Fahrenheit). The record low temperature ever recorded was -18.9 degrees Celsius (-2 degrees Fahrenheit) in June.
Rainfall and Dry Periods
The town has a rainy season and a dry season. Most of the rain falls from January to March. January is usually the wettest month, with about 120 millimeters (4.7 inches) of rain. The driest months are from May to August. During these months, there is very little rain, sometimes less than 2 millimeters (0.1 inches).
See also
In Spanish: Curahuara de Carangas para niños
