Bolivia Weather
🇧🇴 1 city covered · South America
· subtropical highland climate
Best time to visit
May to September
Weather in Bolivia at a glance
Our Bolivia coverage centers on La Paz, which has a subtropical highland climate. Expect average highs around 63°F (17°C) in November and 58°F (14°C) in June, with about 141 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Quick facts
- Covered city: La Paz - annual average 48°
- Best time to visit: May to September
- Climate type: subtropical highland
The bigger picture
La Paz averages 10.9 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 730 mm (28.7 inches) of precipitation annually. The most comfortable window is generally May to September. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the La Paz climate page.
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Bolivia cities compared
| City | Annual avg | Hottest month | Coldest month | Rainy days/yr | Sun h/day | Snowy days/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Paz | 48° | Nov · 63° | Jun · 33° | 141 | 10.9 | 2 |
Bolivia weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59° | 42° | 22 | 10.7 h/day |
| February | 58° | 42° | 19 | 10.2 h/day |
| March | 58° | 41° | 21 | 10.4 h/day |
| April | 59° | 39° | 12 | 10.6 h/day |
| May | 59° | 36° | 5 | 10.8 h/day |
| June | 58° | 33° | 3 | 10.9 h/day |
| July | 59° | 32° | 2 | 10.8 h/day |
| August | 60° | 33° | 4 | 11.0 h/day |
| September | 61° | 37° | 8 | 11.2 h/day |
| October | 62° | 39° | 13 | 11.6 h/day |
| November | 63° | 41° | 13 | 11.6 h/day |
| December | 60° | 42° | 20 | 10.7 h/day |
Bolivia weather FAQs
When is the best time to visit Bolivia?
Averaged across the covered cities, May to September offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Bolivia?
Yes - La Paz sees regular snowfall. La Paz gets the most, about 2 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Bolivia like?
The covered cities fall under subtropical highland climate. That means spring-like temperatures nearly all year thanks to elevation.