Best Time to Visit Tarija, Tarija, Bolivia
Tarija is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Tarija for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14.4°C / 57.9°F in June to 21.9°C / 71.4°F in December, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in (July) to 136 mm / 5.4 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tarija, Tarija, Bolivia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Tarija's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 18.9°C66°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.5°C61.7°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.4°C57.9°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14.4°C57.9°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 16.2°C61.2°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18.2°C64.8°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 20.8°C69.4°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tarija?
The best time to visit Tarija for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is December averaging 21.9°C / 71.4°F, and the driest is July with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tarija's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Tarija?
The rainy season at Tarija, Tarija runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 46 mm / 1.8 in. The wettest single month is January (136 mm / 5.4 in).
What is the driest month in Tarija?
The driest month in Tarija is July, averaging about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 14.4°C / 57.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Tarija?
The least comfortable months for travel to Tarija — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 136 mm / 5.4 in in January, and the coldest month averages 14.4°C / 57.9°F.
Is Tarija climate different from Bolivia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Tarija figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Bolivia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Tarija specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.