Climate of La Paz, Bolivia
Area-weighted average across La Paz. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
La Paz, a subdivision of Bolivia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14.6°C / 58.3°F in July to 18.6°C / 65.5°F in November, with rainfall from 30 mm / 1.2 in to 213 mm / 8.4 in depending on the season (1275 mm / 50.2 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.3°C64.9°F | 213 mm8.4″ | — |
| February | 18.2°C64.8°F | 198 mm7.8″ | — |
| March | 18.1°C64.6°F | 162 mm6.4″ | — |
| April | 17.4°C63.3°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| May | 16.1°C61°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 14.8°C58.6°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14.6°C58.3°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 15.9°C60.6°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 17.1°C62.8°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| October | 18.2°C64.8°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| November | 18.6°C65.5°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| December | 18.5°C65.3°F | 182 mm7.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit La Paz?
The best months to visit La Paz, Bolivia for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 18.6°C / 65.5°F, and the driest is July with about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of La Paz?
La Paz, Bolivia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14.6°C / 58.3°F in July to 18.6°C / 65.5°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1275 mm / 50.2 in, with the wettest month being January (213 mm / 8.4 in) and the driest July (30 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in La Paz?
The hottest month in La Paz is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.6°C / 65.5°F.
What is the coldest month in La Paz?
The coldest month in La Paz is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.6°C / 58.3°F.
When does it rain most in La Paz?
The wettest month in La Paz is January, averaging about 213 mm / 8.4 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 30 mm / 1.2 in.