What is the weather like in La Paz in April?

Expect temperatures between 5°C and 15°C with 38% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in La Paz in April?

La Paz in April scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Very good conditions overall.

Who should visit La Paz in April?

April in La Paz is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

La Paz Weather in April | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

15°C

Hottest around day 25

Avg Low

5°C

Coolest around day 27

Rainy Days

27days

38% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

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Essential Travel Info for La Paz

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Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.989

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Remote

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Key Connections

Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru (VVI)

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Lima Jorge Chávez (LIM)

Bogotá El Dorado (BOG)

Cobija Capitán Aníbal Arab (CIJ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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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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Is April a Good Time to Visit La Paz?

👍Very good conditions overall(65/100)

Short Answer

April delivers La Paz's best weather - 15°C days, rare rain (38%), and comfortable 72% humidity. Book accommodation early as this is well-known as an excellent period.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis), Dengue

High altitude destination

3627m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

10.3h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

76% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 15.3°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,La Paz in April averages 15°C with 38% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: La Paz in April

What are the temperatures in La Paz in April?

Daytime highs average 15°C, nights drop to 5°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in La Paz in April?

Expect around 27 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in La Paz in April?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is April peak season in La Paz?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

La Paz Weather in April

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