Climate of Potosí, Bolivia
Area-weighted average across Potosí. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Potosí, a subdivision of Bolivia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.7°C / 38.7°F in June to 11.9°C / 53.4°F in December, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 62 mm / 2.4 in depending on the season (223 mm / 8.8 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 | 11.8°C53.2°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| February | 11.3°C52.3°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| March | 11.3°C52.3°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
| April | 9.7°C49.5°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
| May | 7.1°C44.8°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| June | 3.7°C38.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| July | 3.8°C38.8°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| August | 4.8°C40.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| September | 7.7°C45.9°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| October | 9.5°C49.1°F | 7 mm0.3″ | — |
| November | 10.9°C51.6°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| December | 11.9°C53.4°F | 36 mm1.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Potosí?
Potosí, Bolivia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is December at 11.9°C / 53.4°F, and the driest is May at 2 mm / 0.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Potosí?
Potosí, Bolivia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.7°C / 38.7°F in June to 11.9°C / 53.4°F in December. Annual rainfall averages about 223 mm / 8.8 in, with the wettest month being January (62 mm / 2.4 in) and the driest May (2 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Potosí?
The hottest month in Potosí is December, with an area-wide average temperature of 11.9°C / 53.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Potosí?
The coldest month in Potosí is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.7°C / 38.7°F.
When does it rain most in Potosí?
The wettest month in Potosí is January, averaging about 62 mm / 2.4 in of rainfall. The driest is May with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.