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La Paz Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to La Paz, Bolivia with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 16°C (high) to 4°C (low), with 1,061mm annual rainfall. The best months to visit are May, June, July for optimal weather conditions. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
16°C

Peak in November

Avg Low
4°C

Coolest in August

Annual Rainfall
1,061mm

Heavy in February

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

La Paz Monthly Weather Guide

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Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 16.4897° S, 68.1193° W

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La Paz is a prominent destination in Bolivia.

Located at 16.49°S latitude,La Paz experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.

Based on 30 years of data, November is the warmest month (avg. 17°C), while August is the coolest. February sees the most rain (68% chance), making June the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+2.65°C

Total over 30 years

+0.88°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for La Paz, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

May, June, July

Best months to visit

16°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,La Paz receives approximately 1,061mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

EXCLUSIVE

1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.6°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

14.6°

2024 Avg

17°

2040 Proj

17.6°

Historical Rate

+0.88°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.35°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ La Paz has warmed by +2.6°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.6°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.349°C/decade), for a total of +3.2°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

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10/ 100
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Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

25
Jan
22
Feb
22
Mar
19
Apr
20
May
8
Jun
2
Jul
16
Aug
16
Sep
16
Oct
16
Nov
16
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru (VVI)
Cochabamba Jorge Wilsterman (CBB)
Lima Jorge Chávez (LIM)
Bogotá El Dorado (BOG)
Cobija Capitán Aníbal Arab (CIJ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Bolivia.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Bolivia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Bolivia.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Bolivia take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas <2,500 m (<8,200 ft) elevationNo malaria transmission in La Paz (administrative capital)Drug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(99%)P. falciparum(1%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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La Paz Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January15°C67%🌧️ Rainy
February15°C68%🌧️ Rainy
March15°C61%🌧️ Rainy
April15°C38%Neutral
May15°C20%😊 Pleasant
June15°C11%😊 Pleasant
July15°C14%😊 Pleasant
August15°C22%😊 Pleasant
September16°C34%😊 Pleasant
October17°C44%🌧️ Rainy
November17°C45%🌧️ Rainy
December16°C60%🌧️ Rainy

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La Paz Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit La Paz?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, May, June, July are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in La Paz?

November is historically the hottest month in La Paz with average highs of 17°C.

When does it rain the most in La Paz?

February typically sees the highest probability of rain (68%).

Is La Paz expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.