What is the weather like in La Paz in December?

Expect temperatures between 6°C and 16°C with 60% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in La Paz in December?

La Paz in December scores 61/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit La Paz in December?

December in La Paz is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

La Paz Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

16°C

Hottest around day 12

Avg Low

6°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

31days

60% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.989

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Remote

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Off the beaten path

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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 December a Good Time to Visit La Paz?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(61/100)

Short Answer

December falls in La Paz's wet season: 60% rain probability with average 5mm rainfall. Pack waterproofs and plan flexible indoor alternatives.

Decision Factors

High rainfall period

60% rain probability, 4.5mm average

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

9.8h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

64% 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

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
75% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
60% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
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Photographers
92% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 59/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,La Paz in December averages 16°C with 60% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: La Paz in December

What are the temperatures in La Paz in December?

Daytime highs average 16°C, nights drop to 6°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in La Paz in December?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in La Paz in December?

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

Is December peak season in La Paz?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

La Paz Weather in December

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