La Paz, Bolivia Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of La Paz
Located in Bolivia, La Paz experiences a subtropical highland climate with spring-like temperatures nearly all year thanks to its elevation. Afternoon temperatures peak near 63°F (17°C) in November and dip to about 58°F (14°C) in June, with around 28.7 inches (730 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: November - highs near 63°F (17°C)
- Coldest month: June - highs near 58°F (14°C)
- Record high: 74°F (24°C) · Record low: 22°F (-6°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: February (19 rainy days) · Sunniest: October (11.6 h sun/day)
- Climate type: subtropical highland - spring-like temperatures nearly all year thanks to its elevation
- Snow: about 2 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on November. Highs average 63°F (17°C) and overnight lows stay near 41°F (5°C). The coolest month is June, with typical highs of 58°F (14°C) and lows around 33°F (0°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 74°F (24°C) and dropped as low as 22°F (-6°C).
Rain, sun and snow
February is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.0 inches (126 mm) of rain over 19 days, while July is the driest. October brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.6 hours of sun a day. Snowfall is rare but not unheard of.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59° | 42° | 22 | 4.9 in | 10.7 h/day | 71% |
| February | 58° | 42° | 19 | 5.0 in | 10.2 h/day | 74% |
| March | 58° | 41° | 21 | 4.4 in | 10.4 h/day | 74% |
| April | 59° | 39° | 12 | 2.0 in | 10.6 h/day | 64% |
| May | 59° | 36° | 5 | 1.0 in | 10.8 h/day | 52% |
| June | 58° | 33° | 3 | 0.3 in | 10.9 h/day | 46% |
| July | 59° | 32° | 2 | 0.3 in | 10.8 h/day | 45% |
| August | 60° | 33° | 4 | 0.6 in | 11.0 h/day | 49% |
| September | 61° | 37° | 8 | 1.4 in | 11.2 h/day | 58% |
| October | 62° | 39° | 13 | 2.2 in | 11.6 h/day | 58% |
| November | 63° | 41° | 13 | 2.4 in | 11.6 h/day | 60% |
| December | 60° | 42° | 20 | 4.1 in | 10.7 h/day | 68% |
La Paz month by month
La Paz weather in January
January brings highs around 59°F (15°C), lows near 42°F (5°C), about 22 wet days.
La Paz weather in February
February brings highs around 58°F (15°C), lows near 42°F (5°C), about 19 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in La Paz.
La Paz weather in March
March brings highs around 58°F (14°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 21 wet days.
La Paz weather in April
April brings highs around 59°F (15°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 12 wet days.
La Paz weather in May
May brings highs around 59°F (15°C), lows near 36°F (2°C), about 5 wet days.
La Paz weather in June
June brings highs around 58°F (14°C), lows near 33°F (0°C), about 3 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in La Paz.
La Paz weather in July
July brings highs around 59°F (15°C), lows near 32°F (0°C), about 2 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in La Paz.
La Paz weather in August
August brings highs around 60°F (15°C), lows near 33°F (1°C), about 4 wet days.
La Paz weather in September
September brings highs around 61°F (16°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 8 wet days.
La Paz weather in October
October brings highs around 62°F (17°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 13 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in La Paz.
La Paz weather in November
November brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 13 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in La Paz.
La Paz weather in December
December brings highs around 60°F (16°C), lows near 42°F (5°C), about 20 wet days.
Seasons in La Paz
September through November
September through November in La Paz is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 62°F (17°C) and nights around 39°F (4°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in La Paz stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 59°F (15°C) and nights around 42°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 60 days across the season.
March through May
March through May in La Paz stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 59°F (15°C) and nights around 38°F (4°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in La Paz stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 59°F (15°C) and nights around 33°F (0°C); rain falls on about 8 days over the three months.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit La Paz
The best time to visit La Paz is generally May to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 59°F (15°C).
Pack for La Paz with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - November nights average 41°F (5°C).
La Paz temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.