San Joaquín, Bolivia facts for kids
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San Joaquín Mission Church
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 San Joaquín, Bolivia
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department |  Beni Department |
| Province | Mamoré Province |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
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| • Total | 4,589 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
San Joaquín is a small town in the Beni Department of Bolivia. It is located in the lowlands of the country. The town is mainly known for its farming activities.
You can reach San Joaquín by air, as it has its own airport called San Joaquín Airport.
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A Look at San Joaquín's History
The town of San Joaquín began as a Jesuit mission in 1709. The Jesuits were a group of priests who built missions to teach and live with local people. The Baure Indians lived at this mission.
Where is San Joaquín Located?
San Joaquín is the main town of Mamoré Province. It sits about 142 meters (466 feet) above sea level. The town is located just west of the Machupo River, which flows into the Iténez River.
San Joaquín is about 220 kilometers (137 miles) north of Trinidad. Trinidad is the capital city of the Beni Department.
Understanding San Joaquín's Geography
San Joaquín is found in an area called the Moxos Plains. These plains are also known as the Llanos de Moxos. This huge area covers about 100,000 square kilometers (38,610 square miles). It is one of the largest wetlands on Earth.
The main type of plants you will see around San Joaquín is tropical savanna. This means there are lots of grasslands with scattered trees.
What is the Climate Like in San Joaquín?
San Joaquín has a tropical climate. It gets about 1,800 millimeters (71 inches) of rain each year. Most of the rain falls between October and April. There is a clear dry season from May to September.
The average monthly temperatures in San Joaquín are usually warm. They range from 24°C (75°F) to 29°C (84°F) throughout the year.
| Climate data for San Joaquín, elevation 139 m (456 ft) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 37.1 (98.8) |
38.0 (100.4) |
38.0 (100.4) |
37.2 (99.0) |
37.4 (99.3) |
37.5 (99.5) |
38.0 (100.4) |
39.5 (103.1) |
40.1 (104.2) |
39.6 (103.3) |
38.5 (101.3) |
37.6 (99.7) |
40.1 (104.2) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 31.5 (88.7) |
31.4 (88.5) |
31.5 (88.7) |
31.4 (88.5) |
30.4 (86.7) |
30.3 (86.5) |
31.4 (88.5) |
33.2 (91.8) |
33.6 (92.5) |
33.6 (92.5) |
32.5 (90.5) |
31.8 (89.2) |
31.9 (89.4) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 27.1 (80.8) |
27.0 (80.6) |
27.2 (81.0) |
26.8 (80.2) |
25.5 (77.9) |
24.4 (75.9) |
24.2 (75.6) |
25.6 (78.1) |
27.1 (80.8) |
27.8 (82.0) |
27.4 (81.3) |
27.2 (81.0) |
26.4 (79.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 22.8 (73.0) |
22.6 (72.7) |
22.8 (73.0) |
22.2 (72.0) |
20.4 (68.7) |
18.6 (65.5) |
17.1 (62.8) |
18.0 (64.4) |
20.4 (68.7) |
21.9 (71.4) |
22.3 (72.1) |
22.6 (72.7) |
21.0 (69.8) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 17.9 (64.2) |
13.9 (57.0) |
14.0 (57.2) |
10.5 (50.9) |
9.5 (49.1) |
5.3 (41.5) |
6.8 (44.2) |
5.0 (41.0) |
9.3 (48.7) |
10.8 (51.4) |
14.1 (57.4) |
16.3 (61.3) |
5.0 (41.0) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 282.8 (11.13) |
265.8 (10.46) |
235.4 (9.27) |
132.2 (5.20) |
65.7 (2.59) |
20.7 (0.81) |
18.7 (0.74) |
29.8 (1.17) |
72.2 (2.84) |
135.6 (5.34) |
194.7 (7.67) |
264.3 (10.41) |
1,717.9 (67.63) |
| Average precipitation days | 14.9 | 14.5 | 13.3 | 9.0 | 5.2 | 2.3 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 4.1 | 8.1 | 10.4 | 13.5 | 98.8 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 80.1 | 80.9 | 80.4 | 78.3 | 76.5 | 73.0 | 64.8 | 62.1 | 63.8 | 69.7 | 75.3 | 78.7 | 73.6 |
| Source: Servicio Nacional de Meteorología e Hidrología de Bolivia | |||||||||||||
Who Lives in San Joaquín?
The number of people living in San Joaquín has grown over the last 20 years. In 1992, there were 3,489 people. By 2001, the population was 4,094. In 2009, it was estimated to be 4,589.
What Languages Are Spoken?
Most people in San Joaquín speak a local form of Spanish called Camba Spanish. This is the main language used for everyday talks. The Joaquiniano way of speaking the Baure is also used in the town.
Famous People from San Joaquín
- Jeanine Áñez – She is a well-known politician from Bolivia. A politician is someone who works in the government and helps make decisions for the country.
See also
In Spanish: San Joaquín (Beni) para niños
