Sorata

Bolivia
Sorata, Bolivia
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This modest Andean town in Bolivia's La Paz Department, Sorata sits high in the mountains within walking distance of water and serves as a base for hikers exploring the surrounding peaks. A converted Italian mansion is among its hotels. The town also functions as a weekend retreat from La Paz, a few hours' drive to the southeast.

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  • Population2,190
  • Nearest water from center 4.4 km2.8 mi
  • Nearest mountain from center 7.4 km4.6 mi
Climate · monthly averages
J
6°44°
290mm11.5in
F
6°44°
250mm9.9in
M
6°43°
215mm8.4in
A
6°43°
115mm4.6in
M
6°42°
55mm2.2in
J
5°41°
35mm1.3in
J
5°40°
35mm1.4in
A
5°41°
55mm2.1in
S
5°42°
85mm3.4in
O
6°43°
135mm5.4in
N
7°44°
170mm6.7in
D
7°44°
255mm10.0in
Avg temp · total precipitation, 1991–2020 monthly normals · ERA5-Land · methodology ↗
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Sorata: quick answers

Where is Sorata?

Sorata is in Bolivia, about 97 km60 miles in a straight line from La Paz.

How do you get to Sorata?

The nearest airport is La Paz / El Alto (LPB), about 4 hr 32 min away by road.

What's the weather like in Sorata?

The warmest month is November, averaging 7°C44°F across day and night; the coolest is July, at 5°C40°F. The wettest month is January, with about 291 mm11.5 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)

What's in Sorata?

OpenStreetMap lists 3 restaurants and 2 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.

What's near Sorata?

Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include San Pedro de Tiquina, Batallas and Huarina.

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